Prostaglandin D2 (PG D2), Serum or Plasma
Also known as: PROSTAG D2
Use
Prostaglandin D2 (PG D2) testing is primarily of research interest and is used to measure concentrations in serum or plasma. While the results can provide useful insights into PG D2 levels, they should be interpreted with caution, as the test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration, and results cannot be directly compared with those from different methods or laboratories. PG D2 is a prostaglandin involved in numerous physiological processes including inflammation and regulation of the sleep-wake cycle.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Results from the PG D2 test at Inter Science Institute cannot be used interchangeably with those from other laboratories or methods. This test is not intended for use as absolute evidence for the presence or absence of malignant disease. Its performance characteristics were determined by the Inter Science Institute.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (ELISA)
Biomarkers
Prostaglandin D2
Analyte
LOINC Codes
- 12839-7 - Prostaglandin D2 SerPl-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
7-13 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Serum
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
ARUP standard transport tube
Collection Instructions
Collect in a plain red or lavender (EDTA) tube. Separate from cells ASAP or within 10 minutes of collection.
Patient Preparation
Discontinue aspirin, indomethacin, or anti-inflammatory medications, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection.
Storage Instructions
Freeze immediately after transfer to transport tube.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | Unacceptable |
| Frozen | 6 months |
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