CHROMOGRANIN A | |
|---|---|
| Test Code:E132 | Specimen Collection:Serum |
| Component: Chromogranin A (CgA) | Method: ELISA |
| Collection Notes:Moderately to grossly hemolyzed, lipemic, or icteric samples are not acceptable. | |
| Clinical Utility:Serum CgA is useful for the diagnosis of carcinoid tumors and pancreatic islet cell tumors. | |
| CPT Code:86316 | Testing Location:Sent to reference lab |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Serum (1 mL) Ambient 7 Days Refrigerated 7 Days Frozen 14 Days | |