Histamine, 24-Hour Urine Quest

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SKU
395-q

Quest Test #: 4946, CPT: 83088

Histamine is a mediator of the allergic response. Histamine release causes itching, flushing, hives, vomiting, syncope, and even shock. In addition, some patients with gastric carcinoids may exhibit high concentrations of histamine.

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This urine histamine test can help identify if high histamine levels are causing your symptoms, providing insight into potential triggers like allergies or digestive issues. Defy Medical offers this test to help you understand the root cause of your discomfort and find relief. By measuring histamine in your urine, we can pinpoint if this chemical is contributing to your specific health concerns.

Finding the cause(s) of:

  • Fatigue: Elevated histamine levels can contribute to feelings of tiredness and exhaustion.
  • Headaches: Histamine is known to trigger headaches, particularly migraines, in some individuals.
  • Itching: High histamine can cause skin irritation and intense itching, often related to allergic reactions.
  • Runny nose: Histamine is a key player in allergic responses, frequently causing nasal congestion and a runny nose.
  • Skin rash: Increased histamine can lead to various skin reactions, including hives and rashes.
  • Watery eyes: Histamine release often causes symptoms like itchy, red, and watery eyes, common in allergies.
Symptoms Fatigue, Headaches, Itching, Runny nose, Skin rash, Watery eyes