Test Id : FHI24
Histamine, 24-Hour Urine
Method Name
A short description of the method used to perform the test
Immunoassay (IA)
NY State Available
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Reporting Name
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Aliases
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Histamine
Specimen Type
Describes the specimen type validated for testing
Urine
ORDER QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
| Question ID | Description | Answers |
|---|---|---|
| Z6283 | Total Volume |
Specimen Required
Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing
Patient Preparation: 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.
Specimen Type: Urine
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic, 10-mL tube (T068)
Specimen Volume: 4 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect urine for 24 hours, with 10 mL 6N HCL preservative.
2. Avoid direct sunlight during the 24-hour collection.
3. Send specimen refrigerated in the plastic, 10-mL urine tube (T068).
4. Collection volume and duration are required.
Specimen Minimum Volume
Defines the amount of sample necessary to provide a clinically relevant result as determined by the testing laboratory. The minimum volume is sufficient for one attempt at testing.
2 mL
Reject Due To
Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
| Thawing** | Warm < 48 hours OK; Cold OK |
| List other reasons for rejection | Random Urine |
Specimen Stability Information
Provides a description of the temperatures required to transport a specimen to the performing laboratory, alternate acceptable temperatures are also included
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Ambient | 48 hours | ||
| Frozen | 14 days |
Clinical Information
Discusses physiology, pathophysiology, and general clinical aspects, as they relate to a laboratory test
Histamine is a mediator of the allergic response. Histamine release causes itching, flushing, hives, vomiting, syncope, and even shock. In addition, some patients with gastric carcinoids may exhibit high concentrations of histamine.
Reference Values
Describes reference intervals and additional information for interpretation of test results. May include intervals based on age and sex when appropriate. Intervals are Mayo-derived, unless otherwise designated. If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this.
0.006-0.131 mg/24 h
PDF Report
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Day(s) Performed
Outlines the days the test is performed. This field reflects the day that the sample must be in the testing laboratory to begin the testing process and includes any specimen preparation and processing time before the test is performed. Some tests are listed as continuously performed, which means that assays are performed multiple times during the day.
Tuesday, Friday
Report Available
The interval of time (receipt of sample at Mayo Clinic Laboratories to results available) taking into account standard setup days and weekends. The first day is the time that it typically takes for a result to be available. The last day is the time it might take, accounting for any necessary repeated testing.
Performing Laboratory Location
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Test Classification
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This test was performed using a kit that has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The analytical performance characteristics of this test have been determined by Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, San Juan Capistrano. This test should not be used for diagnosis without confirmation by other medically established means.
CPT Code Information
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CPT codes are provided by the performing laboratory.
CPT codes are provided by the performing laboratory.
83088
LOINC® Information
Provides guidance in determining the Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes (LOINC) values for the order and results codes of this test. LOINC values are provided by the performing laboratory.
| Test Id | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FHI24 | Histamine, 24-Hour U | Not Provided |
| Result Id | Test Result Name |
Result LOINC Value
Applies only to results expressed in units of measure originally reported by the performing laboratory. These values do not apply to results that are converted to other units of measure.
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|---|---|---|
| Z6284 | Histamine, 24 hr Urine | 9410-2 |
| Z6283 | Total Volume | 3167-4 |