Biochemistry
| Full details for "Chromogranin A". | |
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Name |
Chromogranin A |
Alternative name/Profile |
CgA |
Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
1. Symptoms suggestive of a carcinoid or other neuroendocrine tumour 2. Monitoring therapy |
Specimen type |
Serum |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5 ml - Red Tube |
Frequency of analysis |
Monthly |
Turnaround time |
30 working days |
Availability |
External users subject to service level agreement. Contact laboratory for further information |
Notes |
Separate serum and store at -20oC if not assayed within 48 hours Samples cannot be analysed if severe haemolysis or lipaemia present |
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Reference range |
Kryptor Immunoassay Method. 17 - 102 ng/mL No age or gender associated differences No difference in CgA concentrations between children and adults |
Last updated |
Fri, 16 Aug 2024 08:15:05 IST |