Table 2 Parameters and expected values (Mean ± 2SD)
Parameter | Age group | Males Mean (± 2SD) | Females Mean (±) | Unit | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cortisol | ♂ 61-70 (n = 50) | 12,9 (6,7-21,7) | - | μg/dl | Kit insert |
DHEA-S | ♂ 61-70 (n = 50) ♀ postmenopausal (n = 60) | 136 (77-270) | 55 (15-190) | μg/dl | Kit insert |
IGF-I | 66-70 (n = 22) | 115 (66-198) | 115 (66-198) | ng/ml | Elmlinger et al.[39] |
71-75 (n = 56) | 107 (61-168) | 107 (61-168) | ng/ml | ||
>75 (n = 20) | 94 (52-174) | 94 (52-174) | ng/ml |