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histamine in serum/plasma

Indications: - evaluation of anaphylaxis Clinical significance: - levels peak 5 minutes after onset of anaphylaxis - baseline levels return within 30-60 minutes Interferences: - basophil activation during clotting may cause artifactual elevation Notes: - may be impractical because levels must be obtained at symptom onset

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histamine in body fluid

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  1. Histamine, Plasma Laboratory Test Directory ARUP: 70036