CALCITONIN

Parameters: Single Component

Blood Test

2,000.00

Procalcitonin (PCT) is a peptide precursor of the hormone calcitonin, synthesized by the parafollicular cells of the thyroid gland, and involved in calcium homeostasis. The major function of calcitonin is to decrease calcium absorption by osteoclastic cells, which increases circulating calcium levels.

Specimen Type: Serum

Methodology: CLIA

Preparation: Overnight Fasting Is Preferred.

Delivery Time: Report Same Day

Test Code: Biochem 27

Category: Tests Tag: CLIA

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CALCITONIN

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