Test your
Serotonin
Looking for an easy way to test and monitor your Serotonin?
It's included in the HealthieOne Complete test.
Serotonin
Explanation: Serotonin is synthesized primarily by specialized cells in the gastrointestinal tract and, to a lesser extent, by neurons in the central nervous system. Serotonin is a chemical messenger (neurotransmitter) that plays numerous roles in the body, primarily known for its impact on mood, but its functions extend to regulation of sleep, appetite, digestion, and memory. It’s often called the “feel-good hormone” because it is often associated with feelings of well-being and happiness.
Test purpose:
- Investigate unexplained symptoms: Such as poor sleep quality or gastrointestinal distress, which may indicate abnormal serotonin production.
- Support evaluation for serotonin-secreting neuroendocrine tumors: When a patient presents with episodic flushing, diarrhea, or other symptoms consistent with carcinoid syndrome, blood serotonin can serve as a complementary marker alongside first-line investigations such as urinary 5-HIAA and serum chromogranin A, or as a follow-up tool to monitor known or previously treated carcinoid tumors.
- Elevated circulating serotonin is a hallmark finding in active carcinoid syndrome.
Other information about this test: Mayo Clinic, Mount Sinai, UCSF Health, ARUP Laboratories
An aspect of Neurological Health.