Cancer Community

I had lab work done and it showed chromogranin A as being hi

Post a Question

« Back to Community

About This Community:

This patient support community is for discussions relating to cancer, cancer staging, chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, radiation therapy, surgery, and tumor types.

View community archives

Font Size:

Background:

Search this Community:

By lulu179 | Apr 02, 2012

1 Comment

I had lab work done and it showed chromogranin A as being hi

What does hi chromogranin A mean

Watch this discussion

1 Comment Post a Comment

S. Kaul, MD

Apr 30, 2012

To: lulu179

Hi there!

Chromogranin A is a neuroendocrine protein secreted by the adrenal medulla, pancreas, paraganglia and enterochromaffin like cells. High values can be seen in diabetes, phaechromocytomas, pancreatic and prostatic cancer and in carcinoid syndrome. It would be best to discuss the test result, the likely possibilities and the management in detail with your treating doctor.
Hope this is helpful.

Take care!

« Previous Next »

< Back to Community

Most Viewed Health Pages

Your Lymph Nodes

Understanding Lab tests

Understanding Leukemia

Mastocytosis FAQ

Cervical Cancer FAQ

See all Health Pages

Explore Our Android Apps: My Cycles | I'm Expecting | My Diet Diary | View All Mobile Apps

The Content on this Site is presented in a summary fashion, and is intended to be used for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be and should not be interpreted as medical advice or a diagnosis of any health or fitness problem, condition or disease; or a recommendation for a specific test, doctor, care provider, procedure, treatment plan, product, or course of action. Med Help International, Inc. is not a medical or healthcare provider and your use of this Site does not create a doctor / patient relationship. We disclaim all responsibility for the professional qualifications and licensing of, and services provided by, any physician or other health providers posting on or otherwise referred to on this Site and/or any Third Party Site. Never disregard the medical advice of your physician or health professional, or delay in seeking such advice, because of something you read on this Site. We offer this Site AS IS and without any warranties. By using this Site you agree to the following Terms and Conditions. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your physician or 911 immediately.

This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here.