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ea0036P68 | (1) | BSPED2014

Assessing the diagnostic value of testosterone, basal LH and LHRH test in predicting pubertal progression in boys

Hu Kun , Kirk Lucinda , Sandhu Karam , Shaw Nick , Kirk Jeremy

Introduction: Central precocious puberty (CPP) is rarer in boys than girls, therefore evidence is limited for interpreting LHRH testing in boys. Current recommendations also suggest use of basal LH.Objectives: i) Test efficacy of using basal LH and testosterone for predicting CPP in boys. ii) Establish diagnostic cut-offs for LHRH testing in boys.Method: Retrospective data collection of LHRH test results in 67 boys aged 2–10 y...