Histamine Determination, Plasma
Test ID:
705086
CPT code:
83088
Synonyms:
Plasma Histamine
Clinical Use:
Measure histamine that was released in vivo prior to collection of the specimen; evaluate possible systemic mastocytosis
Test Information:
Results for this test are for research purposes only by the assay’s manufacturer. The performance characteristics of this product have not been established. Results should not be used as a diagnostic procedure without confirmation of the diagnosis by another medically established diagnostic product or procedure.
Specimen Type:
Plasma, frozen
Requested Volume:
2 mL
Minimum Volume:
1 mL
Container Type:
Lavender-top (EDTA) tube
Collection:
Separate plasma and transfer specimen to a plastic transport tube before freezing. To avoid delays in turnaround time when requesting multiple tests on frozen samples, please submit separate frozen specimens for each test requested.
Storage Instructions:
Freeze
Stability Requirements:
Temperature |
Period |
---|---|
Room temperature |
Unstable |
Frozen |
14 days |
Rejection Criteria
Specimen received not frozen; plasma not separated from red cells; improper labeling; hemolysis
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