What is the Gastrin serum test? Why is the test done? Everything around this, that you should know, in this post, and of course our doctors are always there to help you. Just fill in your details in the form below and we will answer all your questions for FREE!
This test measures the amount of gastrin, a hormone in the blood. When there is intake of food, gastrin is secreted in the blood.
Gastrin is a hormone which is required for the release of hydrochloric or gastric acid in the stomach which is required for the digestion of food. In return when gastric acid increases in the stomach secretion of gastrin is stopped.
The normal range of gastrin is:
The following symptoms are indicative of the test:
It is used to diagnose:
Higher gastrin levels are found in the following conditions:
Fasting for 12 hrs. is required before the test in which drinking water is allowed but not food. Also, alcohol consumption and certain medications as recommended by the physician are to be avoided 24 hrs. before the test. Caffeine is also to be avoided 12 hrs. before the test.
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