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Test Code FAMYX Amylase, Body Fluid

Important Note

1. Date and time of collection are required.

2. Specimen source is required.

Additional Codes

EPIC:  LAB178

Methodology

Enzymatic colorimetric assay

Useful for evaluation of patients with a pathological accumulation of fluid to determine whether pancreatic inflammation, pancreatic fistula, or esophageal rupture may be contributing.  Also useful for aiding in the diagnosis of pancreatitis.

Performing Laboratory

St. Joseph Hospital

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Body fluid

Preferred Source:

-Peritoneal fluid (peritoneal, abdominal, ascites, paracentesis)

-Pleural fluid (pleural, chest, thoracentesis)

-Drain fluid (drainage, JP drain)

-Pericardial fluid

Acceptable Source: Write in source name with source location (if appropriate)

Collection Container/Tube: Plain red top tube or Sterile container

Specimen Volume: 1 mL (minimum 0.5 mL)

Collection Instructions:

1. Centrifuge to remove any cellular material and transfer into a plastic vial.

2. Indicate the specimen source and source location on label.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

82150

Reference Range

Not established; varies by specimen type.