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Neuroendocrine Tumor - no treatment plan method
Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs) | Last Active: May 5 8:09am | Replies (164)Comment receiving replies
Should I start to worry???
Other labs are pending. The capsule endoscopy is being scheduled sometime before my GI appointment on May 26th.
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CHROMOGRANIN A, SERUM*IC
Result 410 ng/mL (High)
Reference range
< 93 ng/mL
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There is a disclaimer attached that says:
"Test results cannot be interpreted as absolute evidence for the presence or absence of malignant disease."
Dr Google says this result may indicate a neuroendocrine tumor (NET).
I have also read that "other conditions" can cause a falsely elevated CgA result.
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Hello @dadcue
You are asking good questions! As @tjstaufr said in her post, CgA test results can be elevated by other factors, including certain medications (such as PPIs) and other health issues, such as heart or liver problems. My GI specialist no longer runs that test. As with any test result, it needs to be considered alongside other factors. Have you had a blood test to check for serotonin levels?
In the meantime, it would most likely be in your best interest to continue pursuing the diagnostic plan outlined by your doctor or consider a second opinion with a NET specialist.
I look forward to hearing from you as you deal with new findings. Wishing you all the best!
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@dadcue Reads as yours is caught early. 🙂 May want to ask for a PET Dota Tate scan which will specifically search for NET tumors throughout your body. Your CGA is a bit high. My last CGA was 7,195