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AMYLASE, URINE

Alternate Names: None
Performed: Daily, 24 Hours
Methodology: Two-point Rate
Turnaround Time: 4 Hours

Container / Specimen Requirements

Random, Timed, 2-Hour, or 24-Hour Specimen
    Container / Tube:  

Random:

Urine Specimen Container

24-Hour:

24 Hour Urine Specimen Container
    Minimum Volume:  

Random:

1 ml

24-Hour

Not applicable
Special Handling or Timing of Specimen: Test performed at NHRMC only.
Requisition must state date and time collection started and date and time collection finished.
Urine should be refrigerated during collection.
Do not use preservatives.
Preparation of Patient: None
Reference Range:

4 - 37 U / 2hr

59-401 U/24 hr

Causes for Specimen Rejection:  Improper labeling
Use of preservatives.
CareManager Test Group:
CareManager Name/Alias:
LAB
amylase
Specimen Labeling: Click here for policy

 

 
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