Other tests include: Vitamin and trace element / mineral check - specifically Vitamin A, D, alongside formal dietetic assessment is advised at baseline / point of that up to 40% of those with a neuroendocrine cancer may be at risk Neuroendocrine cancer can affect nutritional intake and the body’s ab • the site or sites of disease • certain medications, such as somatostatin analogues • or other treatments, such as surgery Mental health well-being may also affect dietary intake. For example, Malnutrition is the lack of proper nutrition, caused by not having restricted or imbalanced diet and/or your body being unable to u Neuroendocrine Cancer blood and urine tests While these tests are used to help diagnose / monitor neuroendocrin evaluation*, are required to confirm results. (*Clinical evaluation includes how you are feeling - your general heal examination) Chromogranin A - is a protein found in and released from neuroen cancer. However, levels may also be elevated in other health conditio Urinary 5-HIAA (5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid) - 5-HIAA is a break the body in urine. It is an indirect way to measure how much serotoni cancer cells – especially in those with carcinoid syndrome. Please note – we are unable to provide a complete list of the foods a test. Each laboratory / hospital institution has their own specific requi especially in regard to medications. You should be issued with an ins given to you or you are in any doubt, please contact your CNS or hea
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