Test Directory
| Test Code | ||
| PGD2 | ||
| Test Name | ||
| Prostaglandin D2 | ||
| CPT Codes | ||
| 84150 | ||
| Expected Turnaround Time | ||
| 8 - 9 days | ||
| Clinical Utility | ||
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Prostaglandin D2 is a major prostaglandin produced by the brain and by mast cells, and plays a role in vasodilation ("niacin flush") and in the development of allergic diseases such as asthma and alopecia. |
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| Specimen and Container Info | ||
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Specimen Type: Serum
Collection Container: Red Top, Plain Desired Specimen Volume: 5 mL |
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| Collection Instructions | ||
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| Processing and Submission Instructions | ||
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| Transport Instructions | ||
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Transport to the laboratory frozen. |
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| Stability Requirements | ||
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| Methodology | ||
| SPE and LC-MS/MS Analysis | ||
| Reference Intervals | ||
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See patient report. |
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| Reference Lab | ||
| Labcorp Of America Holdings | ||
| Testing Schedule | ||
| Varies | ||
The American Medical Association (AMA) Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published by HNL Lab Medicine are guidelines and are intended for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the exclusive responsibility of the billing entity. View the Terms.
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