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The enzyme tryptase is released from mast cells along with histamine during a normal immune response as well as in allergic (hypersensitivity) reaction.
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What is a Tryptase Blood Test?
Our Tryptase Blood Test measures the amount of tryptase in the blood, which can indicate mast cell activation.
What is tryptase?
Tryptase is an enzyme that is released, along with histamine and other chemicals, from mast cells when they are activated as part of a normal immune response and in allergic (hypersensitivity) responses.