Prostaglandin D2 (PG D2), Urine
| Abbrev Code: | FPD2U | ||
| Order Code: | LAB8055 | Order Name: | Prostaglandin D2, Urine |
| Synonyms: | PGD2 | ||
| Methodology: | Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay | ||
| CPT Codes: | 84150 x1, 84150 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Sat; results are reported within 10-17 days. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Urine, Random |
| Optimal Volume: | Submit entire collection; analysis requires 5 mL. |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 5 mL |
| Container: | Plastic leakproof container, sterile |
| Patient Preparation: | Patient should not be on aspirin, indomethacin or anti-inflammatory medications (if possible) for at least 48 hours prior to collection of specimen. |
| Causes for Rejection: | Room temperature or refrigerated specimen. 24 hour or other timed urines. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Aliquot 10 mL, 5 mL minimum. Freeze immediately. Critical frozen. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship on dry ice. |
| Stability: | 1 month frozen |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (ARUP) |
| Referral Lab number: | 3000240 |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | By report. |
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