83497 Assay of 5-hiaa
Pathology & Lab
Also known as: 5-HIAA assay, serotonin metabolite test
Quantitative measurement of 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid (serotonin metabolite) in urine using high-performance liquid chromatography or colorimetric methods.
Clinical Context
Screening for carcinoid tumors and neuroendocrine malignancies presenting with flushing, diarrhea, and bronchospasm. Elevated 24-hour urine 5-HIAA is highly specific for carcinoid.
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