Glucagon Blood Test

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Feature	Labcorp	Quest Diagnostics
Price	Coming soon	$27.99
Results in	—	~5 business days
Sample type	—	Blood Plasma
Require fasting	—	Yes

About the test

This test is primarily used to check for a specific type of tumor in the pancreas known as a glucagon-secreting tumor or glucagonoma. Glucagonomas can lead to a unique set of symptoms including a distinctive rash, mild diabetes, weight loss, and low levels of amino acids in the blood (hypoaminoacidemia). High levels of glucagon in the plasma confirm the presence of a glucagonoma.

Who might consider it:

This test is particularly relevant for individuals experiencing symptoms such as:

Unexplained weight loss
Mild diabetes symptoms
A distinctive rash
Low levels of amino acids in the blood

Included biomarkers & Reference ranges

Biomarker	Reference range
Glucagon Measures glucagon, a pancreatic hormone that raises blood sugar, used to investigate unusual blood sugar control or rare glucagon-producing tumors.	—

Reference ranges vary by lab, age, and sex (M/F). Your report shows your exact range. Click any biomarker to see its optimal range and what your results mean.

Preparation

Overnight fasting is required.
Fasting before a blood draw means you don't eat or drink anything except water.
Your doctor should provide any special instructions related to fasting for your test. Always follow your doctor's instructions.

How it works

1. Order online No referral or insurance
2. Get a requisition By email in 24–72 hours
3. Visit a draw center Bring a matching photo ID
4. Get results Securely by email

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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