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Went to endocrinologist they said i have high chromogranin. what does this mean?

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Chromogranin A: Chromogranin a (cga) is a protein made by certain cells scattered throughout many tissues in the body. These cells are called neuro-endocrine cells, because they behave somewhat like nerve cells, and somewhat like endocrine, or glandular cells. They produce a variety of hormone and Amino Acid derivatives, and can form tumors. High cga levels mean a person might have such a tumor, but isn't certain.

Answered 1/8/2015

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