Laboratory Medicine Program

Amylase, urine
(Urine Amylase)

Clinical Decription:
The measurement of amylase is used primarily in the diagnosis and monitoring of acute pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas).
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Method: rate reaction; Advia

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
< 650 U/L

Specimen Type: Urine
Volume: 20 uL (minimum: 10 uL)

Shipping: room temperature or 4C

Special Instructions: Discard first morning sample, collect all other urine for a 24 hour period, to include second morning sample. Record volume and aliquot

Testing Schedule(s): on demand.

Turnaround Time: 1 day

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