Test ID: FNEUR
Neurotensin
Secondary ID 
A test code used for billing and in test definitions created prior to November 2011
NY State Approved Indicates the status of NY State approval and if the test is orderable for NY State clients.
Method Name A short description of the method used to perform the test
Direct Radioimmunoassay (RIA)
Reporting Name A shorter/abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test; an abbreviated test name
Aliases Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
Specimen Type Describes the specimen type needed for testing
Specimen Required Defines the optimal specimen. This field describes the type of specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing. The volume allows automated processing, fastest throughput and, when indicated, repeat or reflex testing.
Collect 10 mL of blood in special Z-tube (MML supply number T701). Specimen should be separated and 3 mL plasma frozen as soon as possible.
Patient preparation:
1) Patient should be fasting 10-12 hours prior to collection.
2) Patient should not be on any antacid medication or medications that affect gastroentero-intestinal function, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection.
Specimen Minimum Volume Defines the amount of specimen required to perform an assay once, including instrument and container dead space. Submitting the minimum specimen volume makes it impossible to repeat the test or perform confirmatory or perform reflex testing. In some situations, a minimum specimen volume may result in a QNS (quantity not sufficient) result, requiring a second specimen to be collected.
Reject Due To Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
| Specimens other than | Plasma |
| Anticoagulants other than | Z-tube (MML supply T701) |
| Hemolysis | NA |
| Thawing | Warm reject; Cold reject |
| Lipemia | NA |
| Icteric | NA |
Specimen Stability Information Provides a description of the temperatures required to transport a specimen to the laboratory. Alternate acceptable temperature(s) are also included.
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma | Frozen | 30 days |
Clinical Information Discusses physiology, pathophysiology, and general clinical aspects, as they relate to a laboratory test
Neurotensin is a 13 amino acid peptide produced primarily by endocrine
cells of the ileal mucosa. Physiological actions of Neurotensin include
hypertension, vasodilation, hyperglycemia, and inhibition of gastric motility.
Its C-terminus is similar to Angiotensin I. It is a potent analgesic affecting
hypothermia, muscle relaxation, and decreased motor activity. Pancreatic
Polypeptide secretion is strongly stimulated by Neurotensin. Neurotensin
appears to cause the release of Luteinizing Hormone-Releasing Hormone
and Corticotropin Releasing Hormone effecting the release of Luteinizing
Hormone, Follicle Stimulating Hormone, and ACTH but not Thyroid
Stimulating Hormone or Growth Hormone. Neurotensin also stimulates
pancreatic bicarbonate and intestinal secretion. Neurotensin levels are
stimulated by food and Bombesin. Elevated levels have been found in
pancreatic endocrine tumors, Oat Cell, Squamous, and Adeno Carcinomas.
Elevated levels have been found to cause watery diarrhea.
Reference Values Describes reference intervals and additional information for interpretation of test results. May include intervals based on age and sex when appropriate. Intervals are Mayo-derived, unless otherwise designated. If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this.
50-100 pg/mL
Test Performed By: Inter Science Inst
944 West Hyde Park
Inglewood, CA 90302
Cautions Discusses conditions that may cause diagnostic confusion, including improper specimen collection and handling, inappropriate test selection, and interfering substances
No significant cautionary statements
Day(s) and Time(s) Test Performed Outlines the days and times the test is performed. This field reflects the day and time the sample must be in the testing laboratory to begin the testing process and includes any specimen preparation and processing time required before the test is performed. Some tests are listed as continuously performed, which means assays are performed several times during the day.
Monday through Friday
Analytic Time Defines the amount of time it takes the laboratory to setup and perform the test. This is defined in number of days. The shortest interval of time expressed is "same day/1 day," which means the results may be available the same day that the sample is received in the testing laboratory. One day means results are available 1 day after the sample is received in the laboratory.
Maximum Laboratory Time Defines the maximum time from specimen receipt at Mayo Medical Laboratories until the release of the test result
Performing Laboratory Location The location of the laboratory that performs the test
Test Classification Provides information regarding the medical device classification for laboratory test kits and reagents. Tests may be classified as cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and used per manufacturer's instructions, or as products that do not undergo full FDA review and approval, and are then labeled as an Analyte Specific Reagent (ASR), Investigation Use Only (IUO) product, or a Research Use Only (RUO) product.
CPT Code Information Provides guidance in determining the appropriate Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code(s) information for each test or profile. The listed CPT codes reflect Mayo Medical Laboratories interpretation of CPT coding requirements. It is the responsibility of each laboratory to determine correct CPT codes to use for billing.
83519
LOINC® Code Information Provides guidance in determining the Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes (LOINC) values for the result codes returned for this test or profile.
| Result ID | Reporting Name | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
| Z0923 | Neurotensin | In Process |
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