1556. Progastrin releasing peptide (proGRP)
Important information
*The test is performed at Synevo laboratory in Germany
When and who needs the test?
- examination in groups at risk of developing cancer;
- differential diagnosis of small cell lung cancer and non-small cell carcinoma, benign lung diseases: monitoring the effectiveness of therapy for small cell lung cancer;
- detection of recurrence of SCLC.
Biological material
- Venous blood
Preparing for a blood test
In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules:
- an important condition for laboratory tests is to take blood on an empty stomach.
- 6-12 hours before the test, you should avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, and limit physical activity. Drinking...