Levodopa excited GH test

The levodopa excitatory GH test is performed by the following principles. L-dopa is a precursor substance of dopamine, which is converted into dopamine or norepinephrine in the body, stimulates the hypothalamus-pituitary body, and stimulates growth hormone releasing hormone (GHRH) -GH Release. This test is suitable for understanding the reserve function of patients with suspected pituitary dwarf.

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