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Ghrelin, Total, Plasma

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$575.00 $399.00

Total reviews 420


  • Tests Included:

  • Est. 8-11 (business days) Turnaround

  • Specimen type: Blood

  • Quest Diagnostics Location

The Ghrelin, Total, Plasma test measures the levels of ghrelin, a hormone primarily produced in the stomach. Ghrelin plays a key role in regulating appetite, food intake, and energy balance. It is often referred to as the "hunger hormone" because it stimulates appetite.

 

$575.00 $399.00
  • Tests Included:

  • Est. 8-11 (business days) Turnaround

  • Specimen type: Blood

  • Quest Diagnostics Location

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GHRELIN (TOTAL PLASMA)

  • Test Code: 17824
  • CPT Code: 83520
  • Alternate Name: N/A
  • Test Instructions : Patient should be fasting for 10-12 hours prior to collection of specimen. Patient should not be on any medications or supplements that may influence: Cholecystokinin (CCK), Glucose, Growth Hormone, Insulin and/or Somatostatin levels, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection.

    Please do not exercise prior to testing. It is best that your blood is taken in a rested state.

  • Fasting: Yes
  • Methodology: Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
  • Results In: 8-11

    Note: Turn around times on results are an estimate and are not guaranteed. The lab may need additional time due to holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, etc. You can contact us to discuss when your results should be ready and we will contact the lab on your behalf immediately.

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$575.00 $399.00

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