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Test Name Alias
LAB3086 | Histamine | Quest: 365866
Interface Order Alias
1231938
Clinical Information
Histamine, Plasma - 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.
Specimen Requirements
Collect: One Lavender-top EDTA tube.
Also acceptable: One Pink- top EDTA tube.
Physician Office/Draw Specimen Preparation
Centrifuge to separate plasma from cells . Transfer plasma to a plastic transport tube and freeze (-20°C/-4°F or below) immediately.
In-Lab Processing
Centrifuge to separate plasma from cells . Transfer plasma to a plastic transport tube and freeze (-20°C/-4°F or below) immediately.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Transport: 1.0 mL plasma, frozen (-20°C/-4°F or below). (Minimum: 0.5 mL)
Rejection Criteria
- Hemolyzed specimens.
- Lipemic specimen
- Specimens that are not frozen.
- Specimens not collected and processed as indicated.
Specimen Stability
Specimen Stability for Testing:
Room Temperature (20-26°C or 68-78.8°F): 24 hours
Refrigerated (2-8°C or 36-46°F): 24 hours
Frozen (-20°C/-4°F or below): 7 days
Specimen Storage in Department Prior to Disposal:
Specimen retention time is determined by the policy of the reference laboratory. Contact the Send Outs Laboratory with any questions.
Test Frequency
Performed: Tuesday, Friday.
Results available in 2-5 days.
Reference Range
≤1.8 ng/mL
Interpretation: By report.
Performing Department
Send Outs
Performing Department Laboratory Location
Sent to Quest Diagnostics- Wood Dale, IL
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
CPT
83088
LOINC
2416-6
Reviewed Date
11/2/2025
Orderable Regions
Send Outs