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Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide

Alternative Names:VIP
Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:VIP
Specimen Types:Plasma
Container Types:
Special: 5mL EDTA + Aprotinin
Collection & Request Instructions:Fast for > 8 hours pre procedure
Collect on Ice

Collection tube: 5ml EDTA + Aprotinin - must collect from Pathology Reception

Investigation of secretory diarrhoea for possible VIPoma.

Collect after overnight Fast.

Processing Instructions:Centrifuge immediately
Aliquot
Store frozen
Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Send to lab immediately
Assay Frequency:Weekly
External Laboratory:NSW Health Pathology, (SSWPS) - RPA
External Transport Instructions:Send Frozen on Dry Ice

Must be approved by a Chemical Pathologist.