Specimen: 3 mL (1.5 mL min.) plasma from1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. Separate plasma within 2 hours of collection in a plastic transport vial and freeze immediately. Ship frozen. DO NOT THAW. Duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is mandatory.

Stability (Room): N/A

Stability (Refrigerated): N/A

Stability (Frozen): 90 days

Method: RIA

Comment:

Price: Contact Medilab

Turnaround time (TAT): 4 to 5 weeks

Usage: VIP is a neurotransmitter and its excess can cause secretory diarrhea. VIP- secreting tumors are most commonly found in the tail of the pancreas in adults. VIP-producing Ganglioneuromas or Ganglioneuroblastomas may be found in the adrenal glands in children.

Specialty: Gastroenterologist

Disease: Disorders of Gastointestinal system

Components:

Courier Charges: Contact Medilab

Home Collection: Available

Department: OS

Pre-test Information: Duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is mandatory.