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HelpTest Code BFAM Amylase, Body Fluid (Peritoneal, Pleural, or JP Drainage ONLY)
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB178
Epic Description: AMYLASE, PERITONEAL, PLEURAL FLUID OR JP DRAINAGE, IN-HOUSE
Synonym
Body Fluid Amylase
Specimen Type
Body Fluid: Peritoneal, Pleural, or JP Drainage
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Tube for body fluid |
3.0 mL | 0.5 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel | 3.0 mL | 0.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
This test is only valid for Peritoneal, Pleural, or JP drainage sources only.
Do not send fluid in bag or syringe for this test. Indicate fluid type/source. If urine, see Amylase, Urine.
Remote Locations: Centrifuge and transfer supernatant to a clean vial. Cap securely and transport on freeze pack. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Peritoneal Fluid, Pleural Fluid or JP Drainage
Optimum 3.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
Chemistry Lab (Jeff Hwy)
Assay Frequency
24/7
Routine Turnaround Time
24 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Transport to chemistry laboratory. If holding overnight, aliquot supernatant into plastic vial and refrigerate.
CPT Code Information
82150