Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB01075
Lab Test Days
Tuesday and Friday
Standard TAT
4-8 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Samples should be obtained between 15 minutes and 3 hours after the event suspected of causing mast cell activation.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Separate serum within 3 hours of collection.
CPT Codes
83520
Revised
06-17-19
Initials
SL