Test Code TRYPT Tryptase, Serum
Performing Laboratory

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 |
Reference Values
<11.5 ng/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
83520
Report Available
2 to 5 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysReject Due To
Gross hemolysis | OK |
Gross lipemia | OK |
Gross icterus | OK |