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Originally Posted by InfiniteFemme
CT Scans do not generally find carcinoids until they are about 5mm -- there is a special scan called an Octreotide Scan, which detects these hormone producing neuroendocrine tumors. Including chemistry testing such as 5HIAA and ChromograninA. These are the only conclusive testing available in the states for carcinoid. Just be sure you check it out with your doctor and at the very least a carcinoid specialist.
Julie
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Thanks Julie, this info helps me a lot.