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Test Details

Amylase BF (Amylase Level Body Fluid)

General Info:

Description:

The body fluid (BF) amylase test is employed to identify pancreatic diseases. Healthcare professionals utilize the pleural fluid amylase test to rule out pancreatic disease as a potential cause of effusion as well as to investigate conditions like esophageal ruptures. Peritoneal fluid amylase serves as a marker for ascites resulting from pancreatitis.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Body Fl

Container Type: 

Sterile container

Volume: 

1

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

02 - 08 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

2 Days

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