Chromogranin A

Pathology category

Biochemistry - referred tests

Code

CGA

Referral code

Request form

Test information

Normally part of gut hormone profile but if this is the only component required serum or plasma can be sent 1st class post. Marker of neuroendocrine tumours.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Must be received in lab within 3h collection

Reference range

see report

Tube type

Tube type info

Plain/ Li Hep or EDTA

Special requirements

Serum or plasma

Minimum volume

500 uL

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

4 weeks

TAT GP/Outpatient

4 weeks

Referral lab

Protein Reference Unit & Immunology, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals