GH deficiency is diagnosed by –
Correct Answer: Bone age less than chronological age
Description: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Bone age less than chronological age Short stature due to Human Growth hormone deficiency in characterized by -1. Ratio of upper to lower segment is normal.2. Bone age or epiphyseal development is less than chronological age by about 2 years.3. Childrens are normal in height and weight at birth.4. Delay in growth is usually observed after the age of one year.
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