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Amylase, Serum
Test CodeAMY
Preferred Specimen
Serum, 0.5 mL minimum
Instructions
Spin within 2 hours of collection
Transport Container
SST tube
Transport Temperature
Separated serum stable for 4 days refrigerated
Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.
Clinical Significance
Assays of amylase in serum and urine are used in the diagnosis of diseases of the pancreas and in the investigation of pancreatic function.