Test Code TRYPTASE Tryptase
Cerner Order Code
TRYP
Acceptable Collection Tube(s)
Preferred: Gold SST
Acceptable: Red Top or Lavender
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 3.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 2.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Gold SST or Red Top tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge, separate serum from cells and transfer to an aliquot tube. Store and transport refrigerated.
Stability
Stability: Refrigerated 7 days, Frozen 14 days.
Performed Test Frequency
Weekdays
Turnaround Time
1 - 3 Days
CPT(s)
83520
Methodology
Fluorescent Enzyme Immunoassay
Performing Location
Warde Medical Laboratory, Ann Arbor, MI.