- Test Name
- Tryptase
- Aliases
- Provincial Mnemonic
- TRYPT
- LOINC Test Code
- 21582-2
- Description and Primary Use
- Used to confirm anaphylaxis or investigate suspected macrocytosis. Levels peak at 1h post episode and normally persist for <6h. Acceptable samples are drawn within 6h of onset of symptoms.
- Reorder interval
- N/A
- TAT
- Not Available
- Test Cost
- $54
- Tier
- 2 - Conditional/Restricted Access (See Ordering Requirements)
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
Approval requires test order:
1) by Allergist/Immunologist; or
2) with completion of LTSA form.
Enter test name (and/or Provincial Mnemonic) into Test(s) to be performed section on the LTSA Form. Direct questions on how to order test to Specimen Dispatch (709-777-2373).
- Required Consultations
- Algorithms and Guidelines
N/A
- Special Patient Preparation
None
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Store and ship frozen.
- Criteria for Rejection
None
- Laboratory Service Area
- Clinical Chemistry
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- Referred out of province
- Last Updated
- 29-May-19