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Mast Cell - Tryptase

Ordering information:

For investigation of anaphylaxsis send both acute (e.g. initial ED bloods) and follow up (e.g. after clinical improvement) samples if possible.

Alternate names:
Tryptase
Laboratory:
Referred Test
Test Code:
TRYPT
Specimen types:
Serum
Container types:
Plain Tube with gelPlain Tube with gel
Collection Instructions:

Stable 48 hours refrigerated,  transport frozen if unable to ensure delivery of sample to the Alfred within 48 hours of collection. .

Notes:

Increased level of tryptase can normally be detected up to 3 to 6 hours after the anaphylactic reaction. Levels return to normal within 12-14 hours after release.  

Frequency:
Weekly
Reference Interval:

< 15.0 ug/L

Laboratory Use Only

  

 

If EMR is not available, Pathology results are available from Auscare.  If you do not have an Auscare login,please complete attached form. https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20access.pdf

Instruction on how to use Auscare - https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20instructions.pdf

SPECIMEN COLLECTION MODULE (SCM) FAQs - CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE for a consent form to perform tests not covered by Medicare

TURN AROUND TIMES - When will my result be available?

CLICK HERE for Minimum Labelling Requirements

CLICK HERE for a printable Pathology request form

CLICK HERE for a Log sheet for recording Pathology results

"THE ART OF CCCCOLLECTION"

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE PREFERRED ORDER OF DRAW