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Physiological function tests: Complex endocrine function tests: Without invasive catheterization

You had a hormone function test.

In the body there are various glands that produce hormones. Hormones are important messengers. They carry information between various organs. In this way, hormones control many bodily functions.

A hormone function test can determine what volume of specific hormones are being produced and whether they are working adequately. To do this, for instance, the hormone content in certain bodily fluids such as blood or urine can be tested. Hormone production is subject to various factors such as the time of day, certain substances, and situations. In some function tests these factors are used to stimulate or restrict hormone production. So certain substances may be administered. Other tests involve taking blood at particular times of day and then testing it.

Additional indicator

If necessary, additional letters are appended to OPS codes to indicate which side of the body is affected.

  • L: Left
  • R: Right
  • B: Both sides

Further information

Note

Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.

Source

Provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).