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3000219
Prostaglandin D2 (PG D2), Serum or Plasma
PROSTAG D2
Ordering Recommendation
Testing is primarily of research interest.
New York DOH Approval Status
This test is not New York state approved. There are no New York state-approved laboratories available and NYDOH is not accepting Non-permitted Laboratory Requests (NPL). Do not submit sample to ARUP.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Discontinue aspirin, indomethacin, or anti-inflammatory medications, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection.
Collect
Plain red or lavender (EDTA).
Specimen Preparation
Separate from cells ASAP or within 10 minutes of collection. Transfer 3 mL serum or plasma to an ARUP standard transport tube and freeze immediately. (Min: 1 mL)
Test is not performed at ARUP; separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.
Storage/Transport Temperature
CRITICAL FROZEN.
Unacceptable Conditions
Remarks
Stability
Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: 6 months
Methodology
Quantitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Performed
Varies
Reported
7-13 days
Reference Interval
By report
Interpretive Data
Compliance Category
Performed by non-ARUP Laboratory
Note
Hotline History
N/A
CPT Codes
84150
Components
| Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 3000220 | Prostaglandin D2 (PG D2), Serum/Plasma | 12839-7 |
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Aliases
Prostaglandin D2 (PG D2), Serum or Plasma
Interscience
