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Amylase, blood

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

Method: rate reaction; Architect

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
25-125 U/L

Specimen Type: Plasma
Collected In: Lithium heparin
Volume: 500 uL (minimum: 66 uL)

Shipping: serum or plasma sent frozen at -10C or colder

Special Instructions: n/a

Testing Schedule(s): on demand.

Turnaround Time: 1 day

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