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HelpTest Code TRYPTM Tryptase, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo | TRYPT |
| Epic ID | LAB827 |
Special Instructions
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial
Additional Information: Tryptase degenerates very quickly when left in the presence of red blood cells.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
Transport frozen.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Method Name
Fluorescence Enzyme Immunoassay (FEIA)
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Mast Cell Disorder: Diagnostic Algorithm, Bone Marrow.
Useful For
Evaluation of individuals with suspected mast cell activation, which may occur as a result of anaphylaxis or allergen challenge
Evaluation of patients with suspected mast cell activation syndrome
Evaluation of patients with suspected cutaneous or systemic mastocytosis
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
2 to 5 daysReference Values
<11.5 ng/mL
CPT Code Information
83520