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HelpTest Code BPGF2 2,3-Dinor-11Beta-Prostaglandin F2 Alpha, Urine
Useful For
Screening for mast cell activation disorders including systemic mastocytosis
Testing Algorithm
When this test is performed, urine creatinine will always be performed at no additional charge.
Method Name
23BPG: Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
AACT: Enzymatic Colorimetric Assay
Reporting Name
2,3-dinor 11B-Prostaglandin F2a, USpecimen Type
UrineAdvisory Information
Specimen Required
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Patient Preparation: Patients taking aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may have decreased concentrations of prostaglandin F2 alpha. If possible, discontinue for 2 weeks or 72 hours, respectively, prior to collecting a specimen.
Preferred: 24-hour urine collection
Supplies: Plastic, 5-mL tube (T465)
Specimen Volume: 4 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect urine for 24 hours.
2. Refrigerate specimen during collection, and send specimen refrigerated.
Additional Information: See Urine Preservatives-Collection and Transportation for 24-Hour Urine Specimens in Special Instructions for multiple collections.
Acceptable: Random collection
Supplies: Plastic, 5-mL tube (T465)
Specimen Volume: 4 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random urine specimen.
2. Refrigerate specimen after collection. Send specimen refrigerated or frozen; do not add any preservative.
Specimen Minimum Volume
3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days | ||
| Ambient | 8 hours |
Reject Due To
| All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability. |
Reference Values
<5,205 pg/mg creatinine
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday, Thursday; 11 a.m.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
84150
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 23BPG | 2,3-dinor 11B-Prostaglandin F2a, U | 94381-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 37931 | 2,3-dinor 11B-Prostaglandin F2a, U | 94381-1 |