IGF-1 as screening tool for acromegaly and adult-onset growth hormone deficiency in the Netherlands

Objective: Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) measurements play a central role in the diagnosis and follow-up of acromegaly and growth hormone deficiency. However, improving health care outcomes for these patients involves an intricate process of laboratory diagnostics and skilled health care professionals. The integrated effects of IGF-1 reports on diagnosis and treatment decisions are yet unknown. Design, Patients and Measurements: Extended quality assessment, distributing the description of five (real) patient cases with accompanying blood samples. Patients suspected or during follow up f... Mehr ...