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Amylase - Blood

Source Blood
Mnemonic AMY
Specimen Requirements 1 x 5 mL light green (mint) top PST tube.  Gold top SST tube is also acceptable.

0.2 mL plasma or serum

Minimum Blood Volume for Patients less than 45 kg (100 lb) Including Neonates and Pediatrics
Specimen Handling After regular Chemistry hours, send STATS to ACH.
Additional Information Amylase can also be performed on fluids (test mnemonic FLAMY)
Testing Location Chemistry-ACH & DSC
Testing Frequency Daily
Alternate Name(s)
Reference Interval

30 - 110 U/L

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