The Glucagon test contains 1 test with 1 biomarker.
Clinical Significance
The glucagon assay is useful primarily when considering a glucagon-secreting tumor of the pancreas. Glucagonomas cause an unusual but characteristic syndrome consisting of a rash, mild diabetes, weight loss and hypoamninoacidemia. Measurement of plasma glucagon confirms the diagnosis; glucagon levels are very high in the setting of glucagonoma.
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Glucagon #519
1 Biomarkers - Specimen Type: Plasma-Unspecified Vial Pour - Average Process Time*: 9 to 10 days
Biomarkers 1
Glucagon
*Process times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. The lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.