Amylase

Message

Available STAT
Performed in the Chemistry Laboratory x5820.
10.2018

Test Code

AMY

CPT Codes
82150

Preferred Specimen

Plasma from a green top (PST) tube

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

NULL

Instructions

Centrifuge specimen within 2 hours of collection.

Transport Container

Green Top (PST) tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

2 - 8 ^oC: 7 days

Methodology
CNPG3 substrate (Abbott Architect)

Setup Schedule

This assay is performed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

Reference Range

25 - 125 IU/L

Clinical Significance

This test is used in the diagnosis and treatment of pancreatitis.

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.