AMYLASE, URINE, 24 HOUR

Message

Submit the Total Volume in mLs.

Test Code

AMYUN

CPT Codes
82150

Preferred Specimen

24 Hour Urine Container without preservative
(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

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 Container

Plastic screw cap container

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 tested 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: January 23, 2025

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