Human growth hormone
Human growth hormone is a small protein that travels in the bloodstream to stimulate growth. Learn more about the medical uses of human growth hormone.
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hCG levels
Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone that can be detected in your urine and blood when you're pregnant. It can also indicate how well your pregnancy is progressing, including your baby’s development.
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Gigantism
Gigantism is a very rare condition that causes children to grow abnormally fast and tall. It can be treated successfully, but they may still have symptoms.
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Dwarfism
Most people with dwarfism lead relatively long, healthy lives; the main problem they face is discrimination. For others, there are health issues to be aware of.
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Acromegaly
Acromegaly causes parts of the body to grow larger and mostly affects people in middle age. It can be effectively treated, especially if diagnosed early.
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Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease
Links to trusted information about creutzfeldt Jakob disease.
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Screening for Down syndrome
Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder affecting 1 in 1,100 babies. Screening and diagnostic tests for Down syndrome are offered to women during pregnancy.
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