Overview

Providers may do the following tests to diagnose this condition:

  • Blood tests:Providers may do blood tests to check on the amount of tryptase in your blood. Tryptase is an enzyme that mast cells release when they’re reacting to intruders.
  • Bone scan: Providers may use a bone scan to look for signs of bone damage.
  • Bone marrow biopsy:Providers look for unusual numbers of mast cells in your bone marrow.
  • Genetic tests:Providers may test for a mutated KIT gene.

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