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Test Directory / Chromogranin A and B
EDTA
| Test | Chromogranin A and B |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | CHRAB CgA, CgB |
| Profile | NA |
| Tube type | EDTA |
| Clinical Indication | Used in the diagnosis and management of patients with neuroendocrine tumours. |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample type | EDTA plasma |
| Minimum Volume | 1mL |
| Special Precautions | Sample must be sent to the laboratory on ice immediately after collection. Fasting sample required. |
| Stability | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Turnaround Time | 21 days |
| Laboratory | SAS Laboratory Charing Cross Hospital London W6 8RF 0208 383 3949 |
| Reference Interval | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Limitations | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Notes |
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