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Histamine, Whole Blood

Test Code
95168


CPT Codes
83088<br>Limited Access Code

Preferred Specimen
1 mL frozen whole blood collected in a lithium heparin (green-top) tube


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Instructions
Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.


Transport Temperature
Frozen


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: Unacceptable
Frozen: 6 months


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Received thawed


Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)

Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon, Thurs; Report available: 5 days


Reference Range
See Laboratory Report


Clinical Significance
Aid in evaluation of patient with allergic signs and symptoms, such as anaphylaxis; may assist in diagnosing and monitoring of mast-cell activation disorders.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.