Histamine and 1-Methyl-Histamine - Whole Blood


Test Name
Histamine and 1-Methyl-Histamine - Whole Blood
Test Code
SABHIST
Specimen Type

Whole blood collection not recommended unless specifically requested.  If requested, collect Lithium Heparin.  Urine (24h pre-acidified) collection preferred if whole blood not specifically requested - refer link below.&

Minimum Volume
2 mL
Comments

LAB NOTES:

If the Doctor has specifically requested whole blood Histamine - Freeze the whole blood tube (Lithium Heparin).

MBS item number
66779
Assay Performed
Specimen Reception
Melbourne Pathology
103 Victoria Parade
Collingwood 3066
VIC
9287 7725
Assay Frequency

Transport frozen on dry ice with next routine metropolitan courier. (Mon-Fri)

Send to testing laboratory on dry ice. Do not pack dry ice in a sealed container.  Use appropriate PPE.

See Also
Histamine and 1-Methyl-Histamine, Urine