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Test Code BFAMY Amylase, Body Fluid

Additional Codes

EPIC LAB6316

Purpose

Amylase measurements are used primarily in the diagnosis and treatment of pancreatitis

Methodology

Enzymatic colorimetric assay (Roche cobas c503)

Sample Type

Body Fluid

  • Pleural
  • Peritoneal
  • Pericardial

Centrifuge: Yes

Specimen Minimum Volume

55 uL (with insert cup)

Specimen Stability

Temperature Time
Ambient (18-25°C) not established
Refrigerated (2-8°C) (store) not established
Frozen (-15 to -20°C) not established

Reference Ranges

not established

Rejection Criteria

  • Samples not properly labeled (2 patient identifiers required)

Availability

Performed STAT
24/7 Yes

 

Performing Laboratory

MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital Laboratory

Lab Department

Chemistry

CPT Code

82150

LOINC

1795-4 Amylase (Body fld) [Catalytic activity/Vol]