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Chromogranin A (Blood)
Alternate Names
CgA
Test Code
CGA
Testing Laboratory
Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type
Blood
Container Type
Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
Medicare Rebate
Yes
Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information
Chromogranin A is a neuroendocrine tumour marker.
Serum is the preferred sample type. Lithium Heparin is accepted but plasma results may be systematically higher than serum and results from serum and plasma should not be compared directly.
Collection Instructions
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Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Fortnightly
Min Test Volume
5mL
Add On Test Suitability
This test can be added if serum is frozen within 48 hours of collection.
