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I have very high serotonin levels. does this automatically mean carcinoid tumor?
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Rarely: Check this out! http://www.Mayoclinic.Com/health/serotonin-syndrome/ds00860/dsection=symptoms.
Answered 3/15/2013
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Strongly suggestive: High serotonin levels are strongly suggestive of carcinoid syndrome. Serotonin is rapidly metabolized by the liver so an intestinal carcinoid usually will not elevate the serum levels unless there is disease in the liver that releases serotonin into the circulation. Some medications can cause increased serotonin levels, especially antidepressants.
Answered 3/26/2013
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No: There is a list of foods and medications that can cause this test to be falsely elevated. The list includes: bananas walnuts plantains hickory nuts pineapple pecans kiwi fruit avocados plums tomatoes eggplant talk to your doctor to discuss the results, and bring a comprehensive list of all your recent medications.
Answered 6/5/2014
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