Tryptase

General Information

Lab Name
Tryptase
Lab Code
TRYPT
Epic Name
Tryptase
Description

Useful for assessing mast cell activation (which may occur as a result of anaphylaxis or allergen challenge or anaphylactoid reactions) and for assessing patients with systemic mastocytosis or mast cell activation syndrome.

Synonyms
RTRYPT
Components

Interpretation

Guidelines
Method

Quantitative ImmunoCAP Fluorescent Enzyme Immunoassay

Reference Range
See individual components

Ordering & Collection

Specimen Type
Blood
Collection

3 mL blood in RED TOP or GOLD SST tube

Also Acceptable: GREEN TOP (Na Heparin), PS (Lithium Heparin), LAVENDER TOP tube (EDTA)

Handling Instructions

Samples are stable at 2-8 deg C for 14 days. For longer term stability, freezing samples at -20 deg C is recommended.

Quantity
Requested: 1.5 mL
Minimum: 0.25 mL

Processing

Receiving Instructions

Refrigerate serum. Freeze serum for long term storage.

Misc Sendout

Performance

Lab Department
Immunology(IMM)
Frequency
Monday - Friday
Available STAT?
No
Performing Location(s)
CL Immunology Lab
206-520-4600

Room# 573
1601 Lind Ave SW
Renton, WA 98057

Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM PST
Phone: (206) 485-9268

Billing & Coding

CPT Codes
83520
LOINC
21582-2
Interfaced Order Code
UOW3219