Interpretation of diagnostic laboratory tests in selected endocrine disorders

Nurs Clin North Am. 1996 Dec;31(4):715-24.

Abstract

This article discusses various lab and diagnostic tests used in the diagnosis of endocrine disorders. The specific disorders are listed at the beginning of each section. A brief section states the normal ranges for the specific tests, and a slightly longer section discusses interpretation of the findings.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Acromegaly / diagnosis
  • Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Clinical Laboratory Techniques*
  • Cushing Syndrome / diagnosis
  • Endocrine System Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Humans
  • Hyperaldosteronism / diagnosis
  • Hyperthyroidism / diagnosis
  • Hypogonadism / diagnosis
  • Hypothyroidism / diagnosis
  • Parathyroid Diseases / diagnosis
  • Pheochromocytoma / diagnosis