Glucagon Test
Glucagon Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹13,000. Uses Extraction, RIA on Plasma samples. Results in Report delivered 2-3 weeks after sample collection.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR
Consultant Physician · Reg: 8052
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
This assay is used for the diagnosis and follow-up of glucagonomas and other glucagon-producing tumors. It also helps in assessing diabetic patients with problematic hyper/hypoglycemic episodes. It is routinely measured in the diagnostic workup of suspected postprandial hypoglycemia.
- Test Code
- 675
- Price
- ₹13,000
- Sample Type
- Plasma
- Result Time
- Report delivered 2-3 weeks after sample collection.
- Fasting Required
- Yes
- Method
- Extraction, RIA
Sample Collection
Overnight fasting is mandatory. Duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is required.
Method: Venipuncture
Laboratory Analysis
Blood sample will be drawn from a vein in the arm using venipuncture.
Report Delivery
Plasma will be separated and frozen immediately for transport. Avoid thawing the sample.
Timeline: Report delivered 2-3 weeks after sample collection.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
This assay is used for the diagnosis and follow-up of glucagonomas and other glucagon-producing tumors. It also helps in assessing diabetic patients with problematic hyper/hypoglycemic episodes. It is routinely measured in the diagnostic workup of suspected postprandial hypoglycemia.
How to Prepare
- Separate plasma in a plastic transport vial and freeze immediately
- Ship frozen; do not thaw the sample
- Ensure the Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is completed and signed
- Maintain sample integrity during transport
- Follow lab guidelines for sample handling
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR — MBBS, MD (General Medicine) · Reg. No. 8052
"Glucagon testing is crucial for diagnosing conditions like hypoglycemia and insulinoma, enabling early treatment and better patient outcomes in blood sugar regulation disorders."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Thawed or improperly frozen sample
- Missing or incomplete consent form
- Insufficient sample volume
- Contaminated sample
- Non-fasting sample without prior arrangement
Understanding Your Results
If you experience symptoms like sweating, tremors, fatigue, dizziness, confusion, headaches, or fainting, consult a physician to determine if glucagon testing is necessary.
Limitations
- ⚠Not a standalone test; may require additional imaging like CT or MRI
- ⚠Results can be influenced by other hormonal imbalances
- ⚠Specificity may vary in different clinical contexts
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minor bruising or pain at the blood draw site
- ●Rare risk of infection
- ●Dizziness or lightheadedness during collection
- ●Slight discomfort from needle insertion
Interfering Factors
- ●Recent meals affecting blood sugar levels
- ●Medications such as insulin or oral hypoglycemics
- ●Stress or acute illness
- ●Improper sample handling or thawing
- ●Fasting status non-compliance
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