Tumor Markers
ProGRP in Taiwan
胃泌素釋放肽前體
Small cell lung cancer marker.
Not a validated screening test.
About this test
A blood test that measures ProGRP, short for pro-gastrin-releasing peptide, a protein released by certain nerve-related cells. A sample is drawn from a vein in the arm.
It is used as a tumor marker for small cell lung cancer, a fast-growing type of lung cancer. Doctors use it alongside other tests, and it is not a validated screening test.
How much does ProGRP cost in Taiwan?
In Taiwan it appears inside 5 checkup packages, from US$576 for the whole package.
Packages that include it
| Package | Hospital | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Comprehensive Painless GI Endoscopy Checkup (companion required) | Landseed International Hospital Health Management Center, Taoyuan | US$576 NT$18,500 |
| Jade Checkup | Landseed International Hospital Health Management Center, Taoyuan | US$1,458 NT$46,800 |
| Elite Plus Checkup | Landseed International Hospital Health Management Center, Taoyuan | US$2,050 NT$65,800 |
| Honor Checkup | Landseed International Hospital Health Management Center, Taoyuan | US$2,704 NT$86,800 |
| Imperial Checkup | Landseed International Hospital Health Management Center, Taoyuan | US$3,639 NT$116,800 |
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