Test Directory

Test Code
FAMY
Test Name
Amylase, Body Fluid
CPT Codes
82150
Expected Turnaround Time
1 day
Clinical Utility

Can be used to evaluate pleural fluid, ascites fluid, and/or drain fluid to diagnosis the possibilities of pancreatitis, pancreatic pleural fistula, esophagus rupture, malignant effusion, and more.

Specimen and Container Info

Specimen Type: Body Fluid

Preferred Collection Container: Red Top, Plain

Alternate Collection Container: Sterile, Non-additive Container

Minimum Acceptable Volume: 0.4 mL

Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.

Processing and Submission Instructions
Must state collection source of fluid
Transport Instructions

Transport to the laboratory refrigerated.

Stability Requirements

Refrigerated

7 days
Methodology
Rate
Reference Intervals

This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by HNL Lab Medicine. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. The laboratory is regulated under CLIA to perform high complexity testing. This test is to be used for clinical purposes and should not be regarded as investigational or research.

HNL Lab Medicine has developed the performance characteristics for the following body fluids: Ascites, Pleural and Pericardial. Performance specifications, such as reference interval, have not been established. Results from these specimens must be evaluated within the clinical context.

Performing Location
Roble Road Core Laboratory
Testing Schedule
Routine, daily