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Amylase, Timed, Urine

Test Code
UA24


CPT Codes
81050, 52150

Preferred Specimen
24 hour container


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


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Methodology
Enzymatic/Colorimetric

Reference Range
<410 U/24 h


Clinical Significance
Urine amylase is an enzyme often found elevated in pancreatic disorders.  Urine amylase reflect changes in serum amylase 6 to 10 hours later.




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.