BF Amylase Lvl ()
Department: Chemistry
Test Synonym(s): LAB6557, BFAMY, Body Fluid Amylase, Amylase Body Fluid
Test Components: Amylase
CPT Codes: 82150
Methodology: Enzymatic, CNPG3 Substrate
Reference Range: The reference interval for this body fluid is unavailable. Comparison of this result with the concentration in the serum, or plasma is recommended.
Tube Type: Body fluid container
Specimen: Pleural, peritoneal, ascites, synovial, pericardial, drainage (except from bowel)
Alternate Specimen: Red top tube (no gel)
Pediatric Requirements: 0.5 mL
Volume: 5 mL
Minimum Volume: 1 sterile container
Stability: Room temperature (20-25C): 1 day; Refrigerated (2-8C): 3 days; Frozen (-20C): Unacceptable
Reasons for Rejection: QNS, Fluid type not listed as acceptable specimen type, turbid samples unable to be cleared by centrifugation, and specimens that are too viscous to be aspirated
Days Performed: Daily
Times Performed: Continuous
TAT: Stat: 1 hour; Routine: 2 hours
Special Instructions: Specify Fluid Type
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