Test Code F2ISO F2-Isoprostanes, Random, Urine
Additional Tests
Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
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CRETR | Creatinine, Random, U | No | Yes |
Testing Algorithm
When F2-isoprostanes testing is performed, urine creatinine will always be performed at an additional charge.
Performing Laboratory

Specimen Type
UrineSpecimen Required
Patient Preparation: Patient should not take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs within the 72 hours or aspirin within the 2 weeks prior to specimen collection.
Supplies: Sarstedt 5 mL Aliquot Tube (T914)
Container/Tube: Plastic urine tube
Specimen Volume: 5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random urine specimen.
2. No preservative.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
---|---|---|
Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
Frozen | 30 days | |
Ambient | 7 days |
Reference Values
≥18 years: ≤1.0 ng/mg creatinine
Reference values have not been established for patients who are younger than 18 years of age
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday
CPT Code Information
82542
Clinical Information
Oxidative stress results from an imbalance of reactive oxygen species resulting in peroxidation of biomolecules. 15-F2t-isoprostane (F2ISO, also referred to as 8-iso-PGF2alpha or 8-isoprostane) is an F2-isoprostane and its measurement is considered the "gold standard” test for quantifying lipid peroxidation in vivo. F2ISO is a potent vasoconstrictor, induces vascular smooth muscle cell proliferation, and increased aspirin resistance to platelet aggregation. Elevated urinary F2ISO concentrations are associated with the presence and extent of coronary artery stenosis, peripheral artery disease, and increased risk of post-operative atrial fibrillation.
Urinary F2ISO concentrations are lowered by aerobic exercise training, smoking cessation, and fenofibrate therapy.
Report Available
2 to 9 daysReject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Method Name
F2ISO: Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
CRETR: Enzymatic Colorimetric Assay
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Cardiovascular Test Request Form (T724) with the specimen.