Calcitonin Hormone Test | Lahalak Platform
Measuring calcitonin levels for early detection of medullary thyroid cancer and monitoring treatment response with high precision and professional clinical accuracy.
Scientific name: Calcitonin Test
A calcitonin test is a quantitative measurement of the serum level of the hormone calcitonin. This hormone is primarily secreted by the parafollicular cells (C cells) of the thyroid gland. Its main physiological function is to lower blood calcium levels by inhibiting bone resorption. Significantly elevated calcitonin levels are a hallmark of medull...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
8 hours fasting
Included Services
- A detailed analysis to measure the level of calcitonin hormone in the blood serum.
- Consult an endocrinologist or head and neck surgeon to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Routine fasting is not required, but it is advisable not to eat a heavy, fatty meal immediately before the examination.
- A normal venous blood sample is drawn.
- The doctor may sometimes request that the examination be performed after injecting a stimulant (such as pentagastrin) to stimulate the release of calcitonin and increase the accuracy of the diagnosis, especially in borderline cases.
- The doctor should be informed about any medications the patient is taking.
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