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Parathyroid Hormone Related Protein [Referral]

Measurement of parathyroid hormone related protein (PTHrp) to aid in the diagnosis of hypercalcemia due to malignancy. Note that a negative PTHrP result does not rule out malignancy as a cause of hypercalcemia. Interpretation of results by a veterinary endocrinologist is included.

NameParathyroid Hormone Related Protein [Referral]
SectionClinical Pathology
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Specimen0.5 mL EDTA plasma
Sampling Requirements

Freeze sample prior to shipping. Avoid hemolysis and lipemia.

Collection Container

EDTA (purple top) tube

Packing Instructions

Label all samples. Ship overnight on cold packs or dry ice so sample arrives frozen.

Special Instructions

This test is performed at the Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory in Lansing, MI. Prices for tests performed outside TVMDL may not include lab accession and forwarding fees and are subject to change without notice. Turnaround times vary depending on shipping time and the referral lab's schedule.

Price$49.00
Schedule
Lab Schedule Turnaround time
Amarillo Ship on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday2—5 days
College Station Ship on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday2—5 days

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