AMYLASE PANCREATIC SERUM

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: AMYPN
UPHSM LIS Test #:
Schedule:
Testing Time: 2-4 Days
Testing Lab: LabCorp

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume: 2.0 mL
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: Serum or Plasma
Collection Info:
Specimen: Serum (preferred); lithium heparin plasma is acceptable.
Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Container: Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube, or green-top (heparin) tube
Collection: Separate serum or plasma from cells within 30 minutes of collection.

Specimen Acceptability

Cause for Rejection:
Hemolysis; use of anticoagulants other than lithium heparin (Citrate and fluoride inhibit the assay reaction.)

Methods

Salivary amylase is inhibited by specific antibodies and the remaining pancreatic amylase is determined by an enzymatic, colorimetric method.

Clinical Utilities

Evaluate pancreatic disease. Amylase is primarily produced in the pancreas and salivary glands. Isoenzymes may be used to determine the source of an elevated amylase concentration. Measurement of pancreatic amylase activity is of value in diagnosing pancreatitis and other pancreatic disorders which result in elevation of serum and urine amylase.

CPT Codes

82150

* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
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