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Test Details
Turnaround Time
Within 1 day
Use
Diagnose pancreatitis, more specific for pancreatitis than is serum amylase; diagnose peritonitis, strangulated or infarcted bowel, pancreatic cyst
Methodology
Colorimetric
Specimen Requirements
Information on collection, storage, and volume
Specimen
Serum (preferred) or plasma
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.7 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)
Container
Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube, or green-top (lithium heparin) tube. Do not use oxalate, EDTA, or citrate plasma.
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature.
Causes for Rejection
Improper labeling
Collection
Separate serum or plasma from cells within 45 minutes of collection.