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Somatostatin Test

The Somatostatin Test measures levels of somatostatin, a hormone that regulates growth hormone, insulin, and gastrointestinal secretions. Elevated concentrations may suggest the presence of somatostatin-secreting tumors (somatostatinomas) or neuroendocrine dysfunction. This test aids in evaluating unexplained diarrhea, gallstones, diabetes-like symptoms, or hormonal imbalances linked to gastrointestinal or pancreatic disorders.

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Somatostatin

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The Somatostatin Test test contains 1 test with 1 biomarker .

Somatostatin

Clinical Significance

Somatostatin is a neurohormone produced in the brain, hypothalamus and gastrointestinal tract. This test is used to diagnose somatostatin-producing tumors. Elevated levels are observed with somatostatinoma, medullary thyroid carcinoma and pheochromocytoma.

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