| Specimen Requirements |
Note to healthcare providers: test has restricted clinical indications and requires review and approval by CLS Medical & Scientific Staff.
Submit 5 mL aliquot of 24 hour urine specimen with no preservative.
24 hour urine is preferred, random urine specimens are also acceptable.
CLS staff: collect specimen and forward to DSC Referrals who will obtain approval for testing.
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| Additional Information |
Patient should have no histamine-rich foods during the 24 hour collection period, including: alcohol (especially beer & wine), fermented foods (sauerkraut), chocolate, egg whites, strawberries, shellfish, tomatoes and citrus fruits.
Send specimen in a separate bag with a photocopy of the requisition. |
