{"id":10646,"date":"2022-11-18T09:56:30","date_gmt":"2022-11-18T09:56:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/product\/insulin-like-growth-factorigf-1somatomedin-c-3\/"},"modified":"2026-01-28T07:19:03","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T07:19:03","slug":"insulin-like-growth-factorigf-1somatomedin-c","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/product\/insulin-like-growth-factorigf-1somatomedin-c\/","title":{"rendered":"Insulin like Growth factor(IGF)-1(Somatomedin C)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Blood, NA, Fasting or Non Fasting: As suggested by doctor<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11807 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Sample-Required.png\" alt=\"sample required\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Sample Required:<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The IGF-1 (Somatomedin C) test typically requires a blood sample.A vein in your arm will be accessed by a healthcare practitioner.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11810 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Test-Time.png\" alt=\"test time\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Test Time:<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The turnaround time for the IGF-1 test can vary between laboratories, but results are usually available within a few days.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11808 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Test-Normal-Range.png\" alt=\"test normal range\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Test Normal Range:<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The typical range for IGF-1 levels varies according to age and gender. It is essential to interpret the results in the context of your age and gender, as these levels change throughout life.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11811 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/What-is-the-test.png\" alt=\"what is the test\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>What is the Test?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IGF-1 (Somatomedin C) testing determines the level of insulin-like growth factor-1 in your blood. IGF-1 is a growth hormone that stimulates development. It is produced by the liver in response to the stimulation of growth hormone (GH) and is involved in regulating the growth of bones and tissues.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11809 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Test-Procedure.png\" alt=\"test procedure\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Test Procedure:<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A healthcare provider will draw a blood sample from a vein in your arm. A blood sample is sent to a laboratory for analysis. The blood sample is processed in the laboratory, and the concentration of IGF-1 is determined using specialist equipment and processes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11813 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Who-should-take-this-test.png\" alt=\"who should take this test\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>When to Take the Test:<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When there is a clinical suspicion of a growth issue, such as growth hormone shortage or excess, the IGF-1 test is often administered. It may also be used to monitor individuals with certain medical conditions, including acromegaly (excess GH production) or those receiving GH replacement therapy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11812 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/When-to-take-the-test.png\" alt=\"when to take the test\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Who Should Take This Test:<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This test is primarily ordered for individuals with signs or symptoms of growth disorders, individuals undergoing treatment for growth disorders, or those being evaluated for acromegaly or other conditions affecting GH and IGF-1 levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11806 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Precautions-for-exceptional-cases.png\" alt=\"precautions for exceptional cases\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Precautions for Exceptional Cases (Pregnancy, etc.):<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pregnancy can affect IGF-1 levels, so healthcare providers consider individual circumstances when interpreting results during pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Blood, NA, Fasting or Non Fasting: As suggested by doctor Sample Required: The IGF-1 (Somatomedin C) test typically requires a&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[63],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-10646","product","type-product","status-publish","product_cat-all-tests","first","instock","sale","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"acf":{"faqs":[{"faq_question":"What can cause low IGF-1 levels?","faq_answer":"Low IGF-1 levels may result from growth hormone deficiency, malnutrition, chronic illnesses, and certain genetic conditions."},{"faq_question":"What can cause high IGF-1 levels?","faq_answer":"Elevated IGF-1 levels may be associated with acromegaly (excess GH production), certain tumors, and medical conditions affecting GH regulation."},{"faq_question":"Are there age-specific reference ranges for IGF-1?","faq_answer":"Yes, reference ranges for IGF-1 vary by age and sex because IGF-1 levels naturally decrease with age."},{"faq_question":"Can IGF-1 testing help diagnose acromegaly?","faq_answer":"Yes, IGF-1 testing, along with other hormone tests and imaging studies, can aid in the diagnosis of acromegaly."},{"faq_question":"Is IGF-1 testing routinely done for children?","faq_answer":"IGF-1 testing may be ordered for children with growth concerns or those suspected of having growth hormone deficiency. 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