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Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide (VIP)
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Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide (VIP)
Access Labcorp Draw · Access Medical LabsCatalog information reviewed: August 24, 2026 by the Sunridge Medical clinical team.
What this laboratory test evaluates
DetailsVasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide (VIP) is a neuropeptide that regulates smooth muscle activity, water and electrolyte secretion in the intestines, and vasodilation. Elevated levels may be associated with VIPoma, chronic diarrhea, or autonomic nervous system dysfunction.
What type of sample is required for this test?Plasma
Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.
Additional test information
Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide (VIP) is a neuropeptide that regulates smooth muscle activity, water and electrolyte secretion in the intestines, and vasodilation. Elevated levels may be associated with VIPoma, chronic diarrhea, or autonomic nervous system dysfunction.
Collection and processing
- Sample type: Plasma
- Fasting: No
- Estimated laboratory processing: Results should arrive 4 – 9 business days after the lab receives samples.
How Sunridge uses laboratory information
Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.
Before requesting this test
Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.
Related Sunridge care
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Common questions about this laboratory test
- What sample does this test require?
- The listed sample type is Plasma. Confirm current collection instructions in the approved order.
- Does this test require fasting?
- The current catalog record lists fasting as: No. Follow the instructions supplied with the approved order.
- How long does laboratory processing usually take?
- Results should arrive 4 – 9 business days after the lab receives samples.. Timing can change after collection or if a laboratory requires additional review.
About this test
DetailsVasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide (VIP) is a neuropeptide that regulates smooth muscle activity, water and electrolyte secretion in the intestines, and vasodilation. Elevated levels may be associated with VIPoma, chronic diarrhea, or autonomic nervous system dysfunction.
What type of sample is required for this test?Plasma
Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.
Additional details
Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide (VIP) is a neuropeptide that regulates smooth muscle activity, water and electrolyte secretion in the intestines, and vasodilation. Elevated levels may be associated with VIPoma, chronic diarrhea, or autonomic nervous system dysfunction.
Highlighted health areas
- Gastrointestinal
- Hormones
Biomarkers and report focus
The exact analytes and report format can change. Confirm the current contents in the Fullscript order before payment.
- Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide