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AMYLASE  Serum/Plasma

Test Code
AMY


CPT Codes
82150

Preferred Specimen
Light Green (Lithium) Gel  or Gold Top Tube


Specimen Stability
7 days


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Hemolysis, Lipemia


Report Available
Same Day


Clinical Significance
In vitro test for the quantitative measurement of amylase in human serum. Amylase measurements are used primarily for the diagnosis and treatment of pancreatitis. Pancreatic and salivary amylase isoenzymes respond to this testing method.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.