Test directory: Histamine Release

Ordering Code 6730
Test Name Histamine Release
Preferred Specimen Serum
Preferred Container Plain (Red)
Optimum Volume 1.5 mL
Collection Instructions Patients taking calcineurin inhibitors should stop their medication for 72 hours prior to draw.
Transport Requirements Oahu: Ambient
Airline: Ambient
Specimen Stability Ambient: 7 Days
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Frozen: 30 Days
Rejection Criteria Grossly hemolyzed, Lipemic or Icteric specimen,
Specimen in SST
Avail. Stat NO
Analytic Time Up to 8 Days
Methodology Cell 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 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 Release ALL See report.