Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Immunology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
TRYP
Test Code (Numeric Code)
7333
Laboratory Handling
Phlebotomy
Serum / Plasma
Transport
Ambient
Laboratory
Labplus Immunochemistry
Sample Stability
Ambient temperature (18-25°C) for 2 days; chilled (2-8°C) for a week. Longer storage at -20°C. Avoid repeat freeze thaw cycles.
Synonyms
Mast cell tryptase
Serum tryptase
Total tryptase
Turnaround Time
2 days
Test is performed Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Specimen Type
- Plasma
- Serum
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- SST II (Gold Cap)
Acceptable
- EDTA (Lavender Cap)
- Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
- Plain (Red Top)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
4
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
1
No of Samples Required
1
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- SST II (Gold Cap)
Acceptable
- EDTA (Lavender Cap)
- Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
- Plain (Red Top)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
1
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
0.5
Additional Specimen Information
To assist in interpreting the tryptase results in suspected anaphylaxis, take at least two samples, please see diagnostic use below for further advice.
Last updated: 17/07/2026