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Tryptase
Test CodeLAB827
CPT Codes
83520
Preferred Specimen
Red no-additive no-gel
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Instructions
Samples should be obtained between 15 minutes and 3 hours after the event suspected of causing mast cell activation. When sample is drawn, separate serum from cells within 3 hours of collection.
Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days
Methodology
Fluorenzyme Immunoassay (FEIA)