Lipase Serous Fluid
Order Name
SRS LIPASE
Test Number: 2004025
Revision Date 01/10/2017
Test Number: 2004025
Revision Date 01/10/2017
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
|
Lipase Serous Fluid
|
Enzymatic - Colorimetric | 15212-4 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 1 mL (0.5 mL) | Body Fluid | Sterile Screwtop Container | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | Venous blood is often drawn simultaneously. Note fluid type on requisition and container. Specimen stability: Ambient 8 hours. Refrigerated 7 days. | |||
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Daily |
| Expected TAT | 1-2 days |
| Clinical Use | Useful for the evaluation of patients suspected of having acute pancreatitis and intestinal obstruction. |
| CPT Code(s) | 83690 |
| Lab Section | Chemistry |