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Why are there so many different types of tests for pheochromocytoma? which is right for me?
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Confusing diagnosis: There are many screening tests for pheochromocytoma - some are blood tests, some are urine tests. Screening is becoming less burdensome in the last several years because of more sensitive tests. Main question - why are you being screened? Typically it is for symptoms, adrenal mass on ct, or rare familial syndromes (men ii). Good tests are catecholamine and metanephrine levels.
Answered 9/18/2012
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Because : There are lots of ways to skin a cat. The one your doctor ordered is the one that's right for you.
Answered 9/18/2012
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I was recently tested for a pheochromocytoma and I have two questions. If during the 24 hour window I drank more water than normal can that cause the hormones to dilute and appear to be normal when in reality there is a tumor. Also could the test be wrong
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