MACROAMY
Macroamylase Determination
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3685
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top, serum gel tube, green top (heparin) tube
Specimen Type:
Serum or plasma
Preferred Volume:
2 mL
Minimum Volume:
1.1 mL
Specimen Processing:
1. Allow the specimen to clot completely at room temperature.
2. Separate the serum from the cells within 2 hours of collection.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 1 month
Refrigerated - 1 month
Room temperature - 1 week
Unacceptable Condition:
Samples containing calcium chelating anticoagulants such as citrates, EDTA, or oxalates will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
82150 - Macro Amylase Total (EAP 30040606)
84999 - Macro Amylase Monomeric (EAP 30040607)
Method:
Quantitative Ultrafiltration/Quantitative Enzymatic