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HelpTest ID NBLD0168 Amylase, Body Fluid
Specimen Type/Requirements
Sterile Container - Body Fluid
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Body Fluid
Acceptable Body Fluids: Pericardial, Peritoneal/Ascites, Pleural
Test is affected by hemolysis. Test is not affected by lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.3 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 7 days | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 1 year |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Enzymatic
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
82150