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ea0022p567 | Neuroendocrinology and Pituitary (<emphasis role="italic">Generously supported by Novartis</emphasis>) | ECE2010

Effects of GH replacement therapy on hematopoiesis and immune function: a placebo controlled study

Cakir Ilkay , Tanriverdi Fatih , Karaca Zuleyha , Kaynar Leylagul , Elbuken Gulsah , Eser Bulent , Unluhizarci Kursad , Kelestimur Fahrettin

Objectives: It has been recently recognized that GH may have a role in hematopoiesis and immune system. However, there are conflicting data regarding the effects of GH deficiency (GHD) and/or GH replacement therapy in GH deficient patients on hematopoiesis and immune system. The aim of the present study was to investigate the peripheral blood cell counts, T- and B-lymphocyte subsets and immunoglobulin levels before and after GH replacement therapy in patients with adult onset ...