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Glucocorticoid Sensitivity Among Young Survivors of Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: What Does It Matter?
Hormone and metabolic research = Hormon- und Stoffwechselforschung = Hormones et metabolisme - 1 Oct 2024
Siviero-Miachon Adriana Aparecida, Lopes de Sousa Ana Virgínia, Simião Bruno Moreira, Araújo Elisangela Oliveira, Alvarenga Renato, Spinola-Castro Angela Maria, Longui Carlos Alberto
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The aim of the study was to assess glucocorticoid sensitivity in survivors of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia using in vivo and in vitro tests. Thirty leukemia survivors of both sexes aged ≥18 years participated in the study and at least two years after therapy withdrawal. In vivo tests comprised: a) a very low dose intravenous dexamethasone suppression test for measurement of serum cortisol before, after,...
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