When slower growth is noticed in a child, regular health monitoring becomes important to assess their overall condition and identify factors that may affect normal height or weight gain. Growth delay tests for children help evaluate nutritional status and body functions while allowing early detection of deficiencies or conditions that may impact healthy development.
Through these tests, it is possible to:
Performing these tests early and regularly helps support healthy growth and ensures the child receives proper nutrition and timely medical follow-up.
Growth delay tests for children are comprehensive assessments that help evaluate a child’s overall health, detect vitamin or nutritional deficiencies, and identify conditions that may affect growth, supporting healthy and timely development.
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Blood
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Everything you need to know about this test, from preparation to results
Recommended for children who experience poor appetite or nutritional deficiencies that may affect their growth and normal height development.
Calcium is an essential mineral that helps build bones and teeth, and is involved in muscle contraction and nerve signaling.
It is a test that measures the level of vitamin D in the blood to assess the adequacy of this vitamin, which is essential for calcium and phosphorus absorption and for maintaining healthy bones and teeth.
Vitamin B12 test measures the level of vitamin B12 in the blood, which is essential for nerve health and red blood cell formation
Zinc test measures the level of zinc in the blood, an essential mineral for various body functions including immunity and growt and general health.
Ferritin is a protein that stores iron in the body and releases it when the body needed.
Magnesium is an essential mineral that supports muscle and nerve function, blood pressure regulation, and bone health.
Iron is an essential mineral in the body that forms hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood.
Phosphorus is an essential mineral that helps build bones and teeth and participates in energy production within cells.
Corrected calcium is the blood calcium level adjusted according to albumin levels to reflect the active calcium in the body.
a blood test that measures luteinizing hormone, which plays a key role in regulating reproductive functions and puberty in both men and women.
A blood test used to evaluate the function of the pituitary gland and the efficiency of the ovaries or testes, and it is essential for diagnosing fertility issues, menstrual disorders, and early or delayed puberty.
E2 test is a blood test that measures the level of estradiol, a type of estrogen. It is used to evaluate fertility, ovulation, and hormonal disorders in both women and men.
A hormone secreted by the pituitary gland located at the base of the brain.
A blood test that measures the level of the male hormone (testosterone) in the body, used to detect issues such as infertility, low libido, or hormonal imbalances.
Growth Hormone (GH) is a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that helps body growth, bone elongation, and muscle development.
FT4 is the free (unbound) portion of the thyroid hormone thyroxine (T4) in the blood, and it represents the biologically active form.
It is a blood test that measures the level of thyroid-stimulating hormone produced by the pituitary gland and is used to assess thyroid activity and detect any dysfunction.
An enzyme found in several organs of the body, such as the liver, heart, muscles, kidneys, and brain.
A blood test used to measure the level of the enzyme alanine aminotransferase (ALT), which is found mainly in the liver.
Creatinine test is a laboratory test used to measure the level of creatinine in the blood. It is considered a key tool for evaluating kidney function and the kidneys’ ability to filter waste from the body
A blood test used to measure the amount of urea in the blood, and it serves as an indicator of how efficiently the kidneys eliminate waste products resulting from protein breakdown.
Total protein is a measurement of the amount of all types of proteins in the blood, mainly albumin and globulin, and it reflects liver, kidney, and nutritional health.
Albumin is the main protein in blood that helps maintain osmotic pressure and transports various substances in the body.
GGT (Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase) is an enzyme mainly found in the liver, used to assess liver and bile duct health.
Total bilirubin is a compound produced from the breakdown of red blood cells and is measured to assess liver and bile duct health.
The portion of bilirubin processed by the liver to become water-soluble, used to assess liver and bile duct health.
Is an enzyme found in the liver, bones, and intestines that helps break down phosphate for various body functions.
Sodium is an essential mineral that helps regulate fluid balance, nerve signals, and muscle contraction.
Potassium is an essential mineral that helps regulate fluid balance, muscle function, and nerve signal transmission.
Chloride is an important electrolyte in the blood that helps maintain fluid balance, regulate blood acidity (pH), and works with sodium and potassium to support normal body functions.
Uric acid is the final product of purine metabolism in the body, mainly excreted by the kidneys.
A blood test used as a routine screening test. It also helps diagnose medical conditions like infections, anemia, and blood disorders.
Is an enzyme found in most body tissues that helps convert sugar into energy.
Insulin Resistance By HOMA is a test that estimates the body’s insulin resistance.
Total cholesterol is the overall amount of waxy, fat-like substances in the blood, including both good and bad cholesterol, and is used to evaluate heart and vascular health.
Triglycerides are a type of fat found in the blood that serve as an energy source. High levels are linked to increased risk of heart disease and metabolic disorders.
HDL (high-density lipoprotein) is the "good" cholesterol that carries excess cholesterol from the blood to the liver for removal, protecting the heart and vessels.
LDL (low-density lipoprotein) is the “bad” cholesterol that carries cholesterol from the liver to body tissues. High levels can cause fatty buildup in arteries, increasing heart disease risk.
VLDL (very low-density lipoprotein) is a type of fat made by the liver to carry triglycerides to body tissues. High levels are linked to heart disease risk.
• Slow increase in height or weight compared to children of the same age
• Poor appetite or difficulty eating
• Frequent fatigue or low energy
• Weak body build or low muscle mass
• Delayed signs of puberty in older children
• Pale appearance or signs of vitamin and nutrient deficiencies
• Children who show slower height or weight growth compared to their peers.
• Children experiencing poor appetite, nutritional deficiencies, or frequent fatigue.
• Recommended when growth delay is noticed or as advised by a doctor.
Results are reviewed by laboratory specialists. Medical consultation is recommended to interpret results and plan further care if needed.
Treatment options depend on the test results and should be determined by a healthcare professional.
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