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AMYLASE, URINE, 24 HOUR
Test CodeAMYUN
CPT Codes
82150
Preferred Specimen
24 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
1 ml aliquot
Instructions
Mix the specimen well and measure the 24-Hour volume (RECORD THE TOTAL VOLUME); 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
Same day testest at the performing laboratory.
Clinical Significance
Aids in the differential diagnosis of pancreatitis, since amylase is filtered by the glomeruli and excreted in the urine. Patients are to be instructed to avoid alcoholic beverages.
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NCHB1 (Chemistry, Beckman AU)
Additional Information
24 Hour Urine Collection
Last Updated: July 5, 2023