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HelpTest Code 23BPGM 2,3-Dinor 11 Beta-Prostaglandin F2 Alpha, Random, Urine
Additional Codes
| Mayo | 23BPR |
| Epic ID | LAB6396 |
Specimen Type
UrineOrdering Guidance
Although a random urine collection is acceptable, the preferred specimen for 2,3-dinor-11beta-prostaglandin F2 alpha analysis is a 24-hour urine collection; order 23BPT / 2,3-Dinor 11 Beta-Prostaglandin F2 Alpha, 24 Hour, Urine.
If ordering this test with NMHR / N-Methylhistamine, Random, Urine, both tests must be ordered under different order numbers. They cannot share an order number.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation: Patients taking aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may have decreased concentrations of prostaglandin F2 alpha. If medically feasible, for 2 weeks before specimen collection, patient should not take aspirin and for 72 hours before specimen collection, patient should not take NSAIDs.
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Container/Tube: Plastic, 5-mL tube
Specimen Volume: 5 mL
Collection Instructions: Collect a random urine specimen.
Specimen Minimum Volume
3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days | |
| Ambient | 8 hours |
Transport refrigerated.
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Method Name
R23BP: Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
CRETR: Enzymatic Colorimetric Assay
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| R23BP | 2,3-dinor 11B-Prostaglandin F2a | No | Yes |
| CRETR | Creatinine, Random, U | No | Yes |
Useful For
Screening for mast cell activation disorders including systemic mastocytosis using random urine specimens
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday
Report Available
3 to 8 daysReference Values
<1802 pg/mg creatinine
CPT Code Information
84150
82570