Human growth hormone (GH) immunoassay: standardization and clinical implications

Abstract

Since the GH assay is influenced by a variety of binding proteins, isoforms and conversion factors, standardization of the assay is strongly required. In Italy, the Agenzia Italiana del Farmaco 39 note provides GH laboratory values which are useful for therapy. On the basis of our results, we therefore propose to adjourn these GH values in order to ensure better management of patients with GH-related disorders.