Comprehensive hormonal blood testing for children in Bangalore. Shishuka Children's Hospital checks thyroid, growth, cortisol and blood sugar hormones to diagnose growth, puberty and metabolic conditions.
A simple blood test that measures your child's hormone levels — helping our pediatric endocrinologists understand what's behind concerns with growth, puberty, energy, weight or blood sugar.
Hormones act as the body's chemical messengers, controlling everything from growth and puberty to metabolism and energy. A hormonal blood test panel measures the levels of specific hormones circulating in your child's blood — such as thyroid hormone, growth hormone, cortisol, or insulin — giving pediatric endocrinologists direct insight into how well the body's hormone-producing glands are working.
Because a single symptom, like poor growth or fatigue, can have several possible hormonal causes, this panel is often the starting point for narrowing down a diagnosis, before deciding whether more specific or dynamic testing is needed.
Your pediatric endocrinologist may recommend this panel if your child is experiencing any of the following:
Poor or excessive growth compared to expected for their age
Delayed or early onset of puberty
Persistent tiredness, cold intolerance, or unexplained mood changes
Unexplained weight gain or weight loss
Excessive thirst or frequent urination
Thyroid swelling or abnormal hormone levels found on a routine check-up
The exact combination of hormones tested is tailored to your child's specific symptoms.
Measures TSH, T3 and T4 levels to check for an underactive or overactive thyroid, common causes of fatigue, weight changes and growth concerns.
Measures IGF-1 and related markers, an initial screen for growth hormone deficiency before more detailed dynamic testing if needed.
Checks adrenal gland function, relevant for conditions like adrenal insufficiency or congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
Assesses blood sugar regulation, useful for evaluating diabetes risk or insulin resistance alongside other tests.
Hormonal blood tests are usually the first step; here's how they fit alongside other endocrine investigations.
| Investigation | Invasiveness | Best For | Limitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hormonal Blood Panel | Minimally invasive | Initial screening across multiple hormone systems | A single normal result doesn't rule out all conditions |
| Growth Hormone Stimulation Test | Minimally invasive, longer duration | Confirming growth hormone deficiency | Takes several hours; multiple blood draws |
| Bone Age X-ray | Non-invasive | Assessing skeletal maturity vs. chronological age | Doesn't measure hormone levels directly |
| Oral Glucose Tolerance Test | Minimally invasive | Diagnosing diabetes or insulin resistance | Requires fasting and multiple timed samples |
A quick, straightforward process designed to be as comfortable as possible for your child.
Your endocrinologist reviews your child's growth history and symptoms, and decides which specific hormones need testing. You'll be told if fasting or a specific time of day is required, since some hormones vary through the day.
A trained pediatric technician collects a small blood sample, usually from the arm, using comfort techniques suited to your child's age.
The sample is analysed in the lab to measure the specific hormone levels requested by your endocrinologist.
Results are reviewed by your pediatric endocrinologist and explained at a follow-up visit, alongside a clear plan for what happens next, whether that's monitoring, treatment, or further testing.
Accurate, child-specific interpretation of results that considers growth, age and overall context, not just numbers.
Results interpreted in the context of your child's age, growth pattern and symptoms, not generic adult ranges.
Technicians trained specifically in pediatric sample collection, for minimal discomfort and anxiety.
Results reviewed alongside growth chart trends for a fuller picture, not an isolated number.
Findings explained in plain language at a dedicated follow-up, with next steps clearly laid out.
Available at Kalyan Nagar, RT Nagar, Malleswaram and New BEL Road for convenient access.
There's no recovery time needed — your child can eat, drink and return to normal activities right away. A small amount of bruising or tenderness at the blood draw site is normal and settles within a day or two.
Some hormone tests take a few days to process, since specialised lab equipment is needed. A follow-up appointment will be scheduled to review the results together and plan the next steps in your child's care.
Our pediatric endocrinology team is here to guide you through every step, from your first consultation to a clear explanation of results.
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It depends on which hormones are being tested. Some, like blood glucose or insulin, require fasting, while others don't. Your endocrinologist will give you specific instructions at the pre-test consultation.
It involves a brief pinch, similar to any standard blood test. Our technicians are trained in pediatric blood draws and use comfort techniques to minimize distress.
Certain hormones, like cortisol and growth hormone, naturally rise and fall throughout the day. Testing at the right time gives a more accurate picture of whether levels are truly abnormal.
An abnormal result doesn't always mean a serious condition — many factors can affect hormone levels temporarily. Your endocrinologist will explain what the result means in context and recommend any follow-up testing if needed.
5AC 938, Ring Road, Service Road, Kalyan nagar, HRBR Layout, Banaswadi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560043
