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Histamine, Plasma : 36586
MessageCRITICAL FROZEN. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.
Test Code
HISTAM or 36586
CPT Codes
83088
Instructions
Avoid taking allergy causing drugs, antihistamines, oral corticosteroids and substances which block H2 receptors 24 hours prior to collection.
Lavender (EDTA).
Lavender (EDTA).
Transport Container
Centrifuge immediately after collection and transfer 1 mL plasma to a standard transport tube and freeze immediately. (Min: 0.5 mL)
Transport Temperature
Frozen.
Specimen Stability
After separation from cells: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 24 hours; Frozen: 7 days
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Non-frozen; Hemolysis. Lipemia.
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Setup Schedule
Tuesday & Friday
Report Available
1-5 days (From receipt at performing laboratory)
Limitations
This test was performed using a kit that has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The analytical performance characteristics of this test have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. This test should not be used for diagnosis without confirmation by other medically established means.
Reference Range
Effective 8-13-2018
< or =1.8 ng/mL
< or =1.8 ng/mL
Clinical Significance
Histamine is a mediator of the allergic response. Histamine release causes itching, flushing, hives, vomiting, syncope, and even shock. In addition, some patients with gastric carcinoids may exhibit high concentrations of histamine.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics
