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Can gh levels be high without the presence of tumours or acromegaly?
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Yes, in growth hormone insensitivity syndromes the GH level can be high but patients have short stature instead of acromegaly.
Answered 9/29/2022
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No likely if done correctly. Did they do suppression testing?
Answered 9/30/2022
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