Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
- Serum
- Li Hep Plasma
100 uL blood (1 x paed Lith Hep tube)
Specimen Transport
Not applicable
Sample Processing in Laboratory
No special transport requirements
Sample Preparation
Centrifuge on arrival
Turnaround Time
1 daySample Stability
Store at 4oC. Samples are stable for seven days at room temperature and 1 month at 4ºC.
Amylase (blood)
General Information
Amylase is mainly measured to assess pancreatic function. High acitvity levels are suggestive but not diagnostic of acute pancreatitis.
Patient Preparation
Saliva and sweat contain amylase and care should be taken to avoid contamination.
Notes
No significant interference from haemolysis, icterus or lipaemia.
Reference Range
25-125 IU/L in serum
(Source : Abbott Diagnostics)
Specifications
- EQA Scheme?: Yes
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EQA Status:
UK NEQAS for Clinical Chemistry Scheme