Insulinoma 2 Antibodies

Test information: An Insulinoma is a rare tumour of the beta cells in the pancreas that results in an excessive amount of insulin being produced. As Insulinomas produce insulin, they can cause hypoglycaemia and lead to dangerously low blood sugar levels. They generally occur in people between the ages of 40 and 60.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• N/A;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

4ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

N/A

Maximum add on time

N/A

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

U/ml, POS/NEG with interpretative comment

UKAS number

9088

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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