Biochemistry
| Full details for "Gastrin". | |
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Name |
Gastrin |
Alternative name/Profile |
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Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
This is useful in the investigation of Zollinger Ellison syndrome, gastrinoma, recurrent ulcer disease, high gastric acid output, achlorhydria or pernicious anaemia. |
Specimen type |
Serum - fasting |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5 mL - Red Tube - See Notes Section |
Frequency of analysis |
Monthly |
Turnaround time |
30 days |
Availability |
SJH patients & External hospitals with service level agreement. Not Available to GPs. |
Notes |
Samples should be frozen within 4 hours of collection and stored at – 18C New RIA Kit in use- DiaSource immunoassay External users subject to service level agreement. Contact laboratory for further information.
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Reference range |
Gastrin 23 to 113 mU/L |
Last updated |
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:59:59 IST |