Test directory: Histamine, Plasma

Ordering Code 4966
Test Name Histamine, Plasma
Preferred Specimen Plasma
Preferred Container EDTA, K2 (Lavender)
Other Specimen/Container None
Optimum Volume 1 mL
Collection Instructions Patient should avoid taking allergy causing drugs, antihistamines, oral corticosteroids, and substances which block H2 receptors 24 hours prior to collection.
Handling Instructions Centrifuge & aliquot specimen immediately.
Transport Requirements Oahu: Frozen
Airline: Frozen
Specimen Stability Ambient: 24 Hours
Refrigerated: 24 Hours
Frozen: 7 Days
Rejection Criteria Hemolyzed
Avail. Stat NO
Analytic Time Up to 10 Days
Methodology Enzyme Immunoassay
Reference Lab  Quest Diagnostic Lab-NI

Reference range(s)

The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of June 29, 2025.
Component Age Male Norm Male Critical Low Male Critical High Female Norm Female Critical High Female Critical Low Units Add'l info
Histamine, Plasma ALL See report.