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Lab Test Dictionary

Histamine, 24-Hour Urine (4946)

Methodology

Immunoassay (IA)


Specimen Type

Urine, Timed Collection

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano


Epic ID

LAB4210

Lab Test Days

Tuesday and Friday

Standard TAT

1-5 Days


Collection Information

Specimen Required

2-4 mL 24 Hour Urine (no preservative)

Container Type

24-Hour Urine Container

Collection Instructions

Avoid direct sunlight. Patient should refrain from taking allergy causing drugs, antihistamines, oral corticosteroids, and substances which block H2 receptors for at least 24 hours prior to specimen collection.


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: 48 Hours; Refrigerated: 14 Days; Frozen: 14 Days

Test Volume Required

4 mL 24 Hour Urine (no preservative)

Minimum Test Volume

2 mL 24 Hour Urine (no preservative)

Processing Instructions

Indicate total volume in comments, on specimen and on batch sheet.


CPT Codes

83088


Revised

11/4/25

Initials

SA