Test directory: Histamine Release

Ordering Code6730
Test NameHistamine Release
Preferred SpecimenSerum
Preferred ContainerPlain (Red)
Optimum Volume1.5 mL
Collection InstructionsPatients taking calcineurin inhibitors should stop their medication for 72 hours prior to draw.
Transport RequirementsOahu: Ambient
Airline: Ambient
Specimen StabilityAmbient: 7 Days
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Frozen: 30 Days
Rejection CriteriaGrossly hemolyzed, Lipemic or Icteric specimen,
Specimen in SST
Avail. StatNO
Analytic TimeUp to 8 Days
MethodologyCell Culture and Immunoassay
Reference Lab Quest Diagnostic Lab-NI
Insurance Pre-Authorization HAWAII MEDICAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION

Reference range(s)

The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of April 19, 2024.
ComponentAgeMale NormMale Critical LowMale Critical HighFemale NormFemale Critical HighFemale Critical LowUnitsAdd'l info
Histamine ReleaseALLSee report.