Protocols are available from the Department directly, or from the intranet site, for the following dynamic tests. If these need to be discussed, please contact the Duty Biochemist.
Arginine Stimulation test
Clonidine Stimulation test
Combined Pituitary Function test
Dexamethasone Suppression tests
Exercise test for Growth Hormone deficiency
Fat Load test
Glucagon Stimulation test
Glucose Tolerance test
Glucose Tolerance test with Growth Hormone Suppression
Insulin Stimulation test
Lactate test (Ischaemic and Exercise)
Lactose Tolerance test
LHRH Stimulation test
Pancreolauryl test (kit obtained from the lab, contact the Duty Biochemist)
Synacthen tests (Short and Prolonged)
TRH Stimulation tests
Water Deprivation test
Xylose Absorption test
Protocols are also available for the investigation of the following disorders:-
Acromegaly
Adrenal Dysfunction
Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetes Mellitus
Growth Hormone Deficiency
Malabsorption
Muscle Metabolic disorders
Pituitary Dysfunction
Renal Tubular Acidosis