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SEROTONIN

Measures serotonin levels in the serum, useful for diagnosing conditions like carcinoid syndrome, serotonin syndrome, or mood disorders.

Also known asSerotonin5-hydroxy TryptamineSerum Serotonin5-hydroxy Tryptamine

Available via

Home Collection, Lab Visit

Contains

1 parameters

Earliest reports in

10 Working Days

Test details

SEROTONIN Test in Bengaluru Overview

Preparations

No special preparations needed

Test included
SEROTONIN includes 1 parameter

  • Serotonin
Frequently Asked Questions

This test measures serotonin levels in the blood, helping diagnose serotonin-related disorders.

This test is recommended for:

  • Patients with suspected carcinoid syndrome.
  • Individuals with mood disorders or anxiety.
  • Those experiencing flushing, diarrhea, and rapid heartbeat.

A blood sample is analyzed using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).

  • High Serotonin Levels: Suggests carcinoid syndrome or serotonin syndrome.
  • Low Serotonin Levels: May be associated with depression or anxiety.

Measuring serotonin levels aids in diagnosing mood disorders and serotonin-secreting tumors.

Test code

7690

Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
SpecimenVacutainerVolume
SerumYellow Vacutainer

Specimen stability information

Serum

Specimen rejection criteria

Test run frequency

Every Day TIME - 09:00

Turn around time

10 Working Days

Performing locations

Department

  • Local Send Out

CPT and Loinc codes

SEROTONIN

₹6000