leukocyte histamine release test

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Introduction

In vitro test that measures the amount of histamine released from leukocytes after exposure to antigen.

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References

  1. 1.0 1.1 Allergy Testing - Leukocyte Histamine Release Test (LHRT) BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Medical Policy Manual http://www.bcbst.com/mpmanual/Allergy_Testing_-_Leukocyte_Histamine_Release_Test_LHRT.htm
  2. Mata E et al Clinical evaluation of in vitro leukocyte histamine release in allergy to muscle relaxant drugs. Allergy. 1992 Oct;47(5):471-6. PMID: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1283060
  3. Leukocyte Histamine Release Test BlueCross of Idaho https://www.bcidaho.com/providers/medical_policies/med/mp_20442.asp