9012. Gastrin
Description
Gastrin is a hormone that is synthesized in the stomach and intestines and regulates the release of hydrochloric acid and other substances that are actively involved in digestion processes. The study of gastrin levels is used in the diagnosis and selection of treatment for Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. In addition, the assessment of gastrin levels can be used to diagnose anemia, gastritis, vitiligo.
The study of gastrin must be combined with the assessment of the activity of secretion of hydrochloric acid.
When and who needs the test?
- diagnostics and control of treatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (gastrinoma);
- stomach cancer;
- pernicious anemia;
- atrophic gastritis.
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...
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