Laboratory test
Leptin
Test code · ИМ.097
Leptin is a hormone produced by adipose tissue that helps signal energy stores and regulate appetite.
- Specimen
- Blood serum
- Turnaround time
- 14–16 days
Collection points for the selected city
About the test
Leptin is a hormone produced by adipose tissue that helps signal energy stores and regulate appetite. Leptin is measured for specific indications when investigating selected disorders of energy metabolism. Its level is associated with the amount of adipose tissue, but also depends on sex and metabolic characteristics.
The test is not a universal investigation of the cause of excess weight and does not determine a personal diet. Most obesity is not caused by a simple leptin deficiency. The doctor assesses the result together with symptoms, medical history and other investigations. The reference values of the individual laboratory are used for comparison, and changes over time are considered during follow-up.
Why it is ordered
- Assess leptin concentration for specific indications.
- Complement endocrine investigation of energy metabolism.
How to prepare
Before taking the test, check the preparation and specimen collection requirements with the laboratory. Tell your doctor about medicines and recent treatment. Do not stop prescribed medicines on your own.
Where to have the test
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Rasul Dent
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