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HelpTest Code LAB4074 AMYLASE/CREATININE RATIO, BLOOD
Additional Codes
Test Code - Blood: 469
PERFORMED AT
SBH LABORATORY
HDH LABORATORY
Specimen Requirements
Container Type: Lithium Heparin (Green Top) or Serum Separator (Gold Top)
Specimen Type: Plasma or Serum
Preferred Volume: 1 mL plasma or serum
Emergency Minimum Volume: 0.3 mL plasma or serum
Collection Procedure: Collect a blood sample
Specimen Processing: Separate serum or plasma from cells as soon as possible by centrifugation. Store and transport refrigerated. Centrifuge aliquots before testing.
Stability:
| Temperature | Time |
|---|---|
| Room Temp | Blood: 7 days |
| Refrigerated | Blood: 7 days |
| Frozen (-20 øC) | Blood: Unacceptable |
Method
Enzymatic colorimetric
Synonyms
Blood Amylase/Creat Ratio
CPT Codes
82150, 82565, 82570
Department
Chemistry
Test Schedule
Daily & STAT
Test Includes
Amylase,blood mg/dL; Creatinine mg/dL. Amylase/Creatinine, Ratio.
Reference Lab
SCHS