Amylase, Timed, Urine

Message
Day(s) Test Set Up: Monday through Sunday


Test Code
URAMYT


CPT Codes
81050, 52150

Preferred Specimen
10 mL Urine


Instructions
10 mL from a timed urine collection. No preservative. Send refrigerated. Note: Starting and ending times of collection and total volume are required on request form for processing


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Methodology
Two-Point Rate

Clinical Significance
Urine amylase is an enzyme often found elevated in pancreatic disorders.



Last Updated: January 30, 2013


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