Endocrinology: What is the difference between macro and microprolactinomas?

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What is the difference between macro and microprolactinomas?

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Macro (>10mm, men have larger ones, more invasive and rapid growth in men, concentration more than 200ng/ml)
Micro (<10mm, PRL minimal elevation to 100 ng/ml)

Endocrinology

What is the difference between macro and microprolactinomas?

Macro (>10mm, men have larger ones, more invasive and rapid growth in men, concentration more than 200ng/ml) Micro (<10mm, PRL minimal elevation to 100 ng/ml)

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