Pediatric special procedures

This test can help determine whether the adrenal and pituitary glands are functioning normally. It can be used to help diagnose adrenal insufficiency, Addison's disease or other conditions. Get instructions for this test.

This test can help determine how much growth hormone the body is making. It can be used to help diagnose growth hormone deficiency and figure out why a child is small or growing slowly. Get instructions for this test.

This test can be used to evaluate, diagnose and monitor a wide range of conditions, including infectious or inflammatory disorders, pain, cancer, neurological disorders, injury, trauma and more. Get instructions for this test.

This test can help determine whether the body has difficulty regulating sugar levels. It can be used to help diagnose diabetes and insulin resistance. Get instructions for this test.

This test can help determine if the body is producing enough cortisol, a vital hormone that helps the body respond to stress and illness. It can be used to help diagnose a problem with the pituitary gland or the adrenal glands. Get instructions for this test.

This test can help determine if your child is in early puberty or if there is a delay in sexual development. It can also be used to check for damage or disease of the testes or ovaries, pituitary gland, or hypothalamus. Get instructions for this test.

This test can help determine if the pituitary gland is functioning normally and monitor the effectiveness of LHRH therapy. Get instructions for this test.

This test can help detect and diagnose a variety of conditions, including infections, inflammatory conditions, nervous system diseases, and problems with the eyes, ears, heart, blood vessels and circulatory system. It may provide clearer images of the inside of the body than an X-ray, CT scan or ultrasound. Get instructions for this test.

This test can help evaluate problems or abnormalities with the flow of urine through the urinary tract. It can be used to diagnose and treat urinary tract conditions, and is often used after a urinary tract infection to check for a condition known as vesicoureteral (VU) reflux. Get instructions for this test.