Test Code AML Amylase, Plasma or Serum
Additional Codes
LAB48
Methodology
Useful for the detection of pancreatitis.
Performing Laboratory
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center-Chemistry
CPT: 82150
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Plasma
Container/Tube: Light green-top (lithium heparin) tube
Specimen: 1 mL of lithium heparin plasma
Transport Temperature: Ambient
Collection Instructions:
Note: 1. Indicate plasma.
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
Serum
Container/Tube: Plain, red-top tube or serum gel tube
Specimen: 1 mL of serum
Transport Temperature: Ambient
Collection Instructions:
Note: 1. Indicate serum.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Reference Values
1-30 days: <18 IU/L
31-182 days: <43 IU/L
183-365 days: <81 IU/L
1-18 years: <106 IU/L
>19 years: 25-115 IU/L
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Available STAT