Speciality Services
Before the test
The HCG stimulation does not need any special preparation. The child does not need to be fasting before the test.
The test is done as an outpatient test and does not require admission.
How the Test is Done
This test is done over a period of 4 days during which blood test will be done twice once before the start of the injection and one after the injection schedule is over.
- Day 1: Blood samples are taken on day 1 and then HCG injection is given IM. The dose will be advised by your Pediatric endocrinologist according to the age of the child.The test can take 4-5hours to be completed. The child was allowed to eat and drink during the course of testing.
- Day 2 : 2nd dose of the HCG injection is given IM (24 hours after the first dose).
- Day 3 : 3rd dose of the HCG injection is given IM (24 hours after the second dose).
- Day 4 : Blood tests to be done on day 4.
After the Test
Your child can eat regular foods and go back to their normal activities. He need not miss any school for the testing.
It takes 1 week for the test results to come back. You should get in touch with your child’s doctor with the results, who will explain the plan for your child’s medical care based on the results of the test.