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AMYLASE, URINE, 2 HR
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Test Code
AMY2N
CPT Codes
82150
Preferred Specimen
12 Hour Urine Container without preservative
(aliquot or transfer urine into a transfer tube and note the total volume)
(aliquot or transfer urine into a transfer tube and note the total volume)
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Instructions
- Mix the specimen well and measure the 2-Hour volume
- Note the total volume in mLs.
- Pour off 20 mL of urine into a separate plastic screw-cap container.
- Refrigerate if not tested immediately.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate or Freeze
Specimen Stability
- Refrigerate up to 2 days
- Otherwise freeze
Methodology
Enzymatic Rate
Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun
Report Available
Within 24 hours of receipt at the perfoming laboratory.
Clinical Significance
Patients are to be instructed to avoid alcoholic beverages.
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NCHB1 (Chemistry, Beckman AU)
Last Updated: January 23, 2025