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HelpTest Code LAB93541 Pancreatic Polypeptide, Plasma
Additional Codes
| Mayo Test ID |
|---|
|
HPP 45982 |
Reporting Name
Pancreatic Polypeptide, PUseful For
Detecting pancreatic endocrine tumors
Assessing vagal nerve function after meal or sham feeding
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Plasma EDTAOrdering Guidance
This test should not be requested on patients who have recently received radioactive materials.
Necessary Information
Patient's age must be provided.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation: Fasting (8 hours)
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Place specimen on wet ice and keep cold at all times following collection.
2. Centrifuge (refrigerated centrifuge is not required) and aliquot plasma into plastic vial. Freeze immediately.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.35 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma EDTA | Frozen | 90 days |
Reference Values
0-19 years: Not established
20-29 years: <228 pg/mL
30-39 years: <249 pg/mL
40-49 years: <270 pg/mL
50-59 years: <291 pg/mL
60-69 years: <312 pg/mL
70-79 years: <332 pg/mL
≥80 years: Not established
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday
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
83519
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HPP | Pancreatic Polypeptide, P | 2721-9 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8014 | Pancreatic Polypeptide, P | 2721-9 |
Report Available
4 to 8 daysMethod Name
Radioimmunoassay (RIA)
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Oncology Test Request (T729) with the specimen.