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Overview
The Serum Amylase Test measures the amount of amylase, an enzyme that helps digest carbohydrates, in the blood. This enzyme is primarily produced by the pancreas and salivary glands.
Key Points:
- Purpo...
Risk assessment
Pancreatitis, Pancreatic cancer, Liver disease
Ranges
The amylase normal range in the blood is measured in units per litre (U/L). For an average adult- 30-115 units per litre (U/L) The normal value range may vary slightly among different laboratories. Several laboratories use different methods for th...
Test result interpretation
High Serum Amylase Levels (Hyperamylasemia):
Common conditions associated with elevated amylase include:
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Acute Pancreatitis:
- Amylase levels can rise 3-6 times above normal wi...
Sample types
Specimen Details for Serum Amylase Test:
- Specimen Type: Blood (serum)
- Collection Method:
- Blood is drawn from a vein, usually from the arm.
- The blood is then processed to s...
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Serum Amylase
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Description
A high amylase level in the blood may suggest a pancreatic disorder, for example pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas). More than 80% of the people with acute pancreatitis have an increase in the amylase level after 24 to 48 hours, which can last between 3 and 5 days.
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