Catalog ID Amylase Amylase
CPOE Test Name
Amylase
Synonyms
Diastase
Specimen Type
Plasma
Acceptable specimen type: JP drain, pleural fluid
NOTE: The reference interval(s) and other method performance specifications have not been established for these body fluids. The test result must be integrated into the clinical context for interpretation.
Specimen Requirements
Plasma: Light green top (lithium heparin) tube; 3 mL blood
Body Fluid: plastic container
Storage and Transport
Room temperature
Reference Values
30 – 118 U/L
Causes for Rejection
Wrong container; insufficient quantity; improper labeling
Turn Around Time
Routine: 2-4 hrs;
Urgent/Emergent: 1 hr
CPT / HCPCS Code
82150
Performing Lab
Core Laboratory, AD3301, 721-2120