Methodology
direct ELISA
Synonyms
PG-E2; PGE2
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest forwards to InterScience Institute (TSO)
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Tuesday
Standard TAT
14 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-6 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Plasma collected in an EDTA lavender-top tube is also acceptable. Patient should not be on aspirin, indomethacin, or anti-inflammatory medications, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection of specimen.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 24 Hours; Frozen: 90 Days
Rejection Criteria
Gross hemolysis/lipemia/icteric
Test Volume Required
3 mL Serum or Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Serum or Plasma
Comments
InterScience Institute test code: PGE2
CPT Codes
84150
Revised
6/10/26
Initials
IM