Gastrin Stimulation By Secretin - Book Test at Low Cost

Gastrinomas are neuroendocrine tumors that form in the pancreas or duodenum. The higher level of secretion of gastrin (a hormone) results in a higher level of stomach acid. Higher level of stomach acid leads to stomach and small bowel ulcers.

Gastrin Stimulation by Secretin Test is a blood test that is used to diagnose Gastrinoma.

Why is Gastrin Stimulation By Secretin Test Done?

• To diagnose Gastrinoma
• If the patient experience signs/ symptoms such as stomach pain, diarrhea, indigestion or heartburn, bloating, vomiting, nausea, bleeding, weight loss and poor appetite, etc.
• It is helpful in the diagnosis of a disorder of the Gastrointestinal tract and Cancer.
• It measures the ability of the pancreas to respond to the hormone secretin and is helpful in diagnosing problems with the pancreas.

Preparation

Overnight fasting is mandatory for Gastrin Stimulation by Secretin Test.

What is the procedure for Gastrin Stimulation by Secretin Test?

You need to provide a blood sample and your healthcare provider administers the Secretin 2 U/kg body weight IV as a bolus injection. Then healthcare provider will draw post-secretin specimens at 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 minutes for Gastrin.

Risks/ Side effects

Gastrin Stimulation by Secretin Test doesn’t pose any side effects.

Cost of Gastrin Stimulation by Secretin Test

The cost of Gastrin Stimulation by Secretin Test near me in Delhi ranges from INR 8400 to INR 9400.