Open AccessDynamic testing for evaluation of adrenal and gonadal function in pediatric and adult endocrinology: An overview
Author(s) -
Alpesh Goyal,
Suraj Kubihal,
Yashdeep Gupta,
Viveka P Jyotsna,
Rajesh Khadgawat
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
indian journal of endocrinology and metabolism
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.456
H-Index - 28
eISSN - 2230-9500
pISSN - 2230-8210
DOI - 10.4103/ijem.ijem_553_19
Subject(s) - pediatric endocrinology , endocrine system , medicine , adrenal function , endocrinology , hormone , physiology
Dynamic tests are often considered as the backbone of endocrinology. These tests involve the use of an exogenous agent to manipulate the body's hormonal milieu for the diagnosis and characterization of an endocrine disorder. They are especially helpful in the evaluation of certain endocrine conditions, such as disorders of growth and pubertal maturation and disorders of sex development. A great deal of heterogeneity exists across clinicians with regard to the usage, methodology, and interpretation of these tests. This review outlines various dynamic tests used to evaluate adrenal and gonadal function in pediatric and adult endocrinology, along with their clinical application and interpretation.