Calcitonin (Thyrocalcitonin), Seven Specimens
Use
Calcitonin measurement is utilized to evaluate thyroid function and diagnose medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC), as increased levels can be indicative of MTC. It helps in monitoring patients for recurrence after surgical treatment. The diagnostic use of calcitonin stimulation tests with pentagastrin or calcium has been recognized, especially for early detection of MTC in individuals with familial medullary thyroid cancer.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Calcitonin levels can vary due to several factors, including interfering substances in the blood, cross-reactivity with similar molecules, and non-standardized methods between laboratories. Thus, results should be interpreted in the context of the clinical picture and following all protocol details meticulously. The test's specificity and sensitivity can vary based on the methodology utilized, and values from different assay methods or kits may not be comparable.
Methodology
Immunoassay (ICMA)
Biomarkers
Calcitonin
Analyte
LOINC Codes
- 58892-1 - Calcit BS SerPl-mCnc
- 58892-1 - Calcit BS SerPl-mCnc
- 46963-5 - Tube # SerPlBld
- 33788-1 - Calcit sp1 p chal SerPl-mCnc
- 12506-2 - Calcit sp2 p chal SerPl-mCnc
- 12507-0 - Calcit sp3 p chal SerPl-mCnc
- 12508-8 - Calcit sp4 p chal SerPl-mCnc
- 12509-6 - Calcit sp5 p chal SerPl-mCnc
- 12510-4 - Calcit sp6 p chal SerPl-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
1-2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
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