Test Code FD2PG Prostaglandin D2 (PGD2)
Specimen Required
Patient preparation:
Patient should NOT be on any aspirin, indomethacin, or anti-inflammatory medications, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection of specimen.
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red top
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions: Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s), serum-gel tube(s) is acceptable. Separate immediately and send 3 mL of serum frozen in a plastic vial.
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Frozen | 60 days |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Gross icterus | Reject |
Other | Specimens other than Serum or Plasma EDTA. Test is strict frozen. |
Reference Values
Adult Reference Range(s): 35 - 115 pg/mL
No pediatric reference ranges available for this test.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
12 to 14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Inter Science InstituteCPT Code Information
84150