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Cerner Test Code
AMY
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: GRN PST
Acceptable: Gold SST or Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 1.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Green PST, centrifuge, and refrigerate.
Stability
Stability: Room temp 7 days, Refrigerated 48 hrs, Frozen 30 days.
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
CPT(s)
82150
Methodology
Ethylidene Blocked-pNPG7
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry
Rejection Criteria
Rejection criteria: Hemolysis
Clinical Significance
Amylase measurements are used primarily in the diagnosis and monitoring of acute pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas).