Test Code LAB1086 Proinsulin, Plasma
Additional Codes
Mayo Test ID |
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PINS |
46363
Reporting Name
Proinsulin, PUseful For
As part of the diagnostic workup of suspected insulinoma
As part of the diagnostic workup of patients with suspected prohormone convertase 1/3 deficiency
As part of the diagnostic workup of patients with suspected proinsulin variations
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
Plasma EDTASpecimen Required
Patient Preparation:
1.Patient should fast for 8 hours before specimen collection.
2. Infants younger than 2 years should fast a maximum of 6 hours.
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Ice-cooled, lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. After collection, place the whole blood on ice for at least 10 minutes, then centrifuge at refrigerated temperature.
2. Aliquot plasma into a plastic vial and send frozen.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Plasma EDTA | Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
3.6-22 pmol/L
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Friday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
84206
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
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PINS | Proinsulin, P | 27882-0 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
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80908 | Proinsulin, P | 27882-0 |
Report Available
2 to 5 daysMethod Name
Electrochemiluminescent Assay