Amylase Lab Values

Amylase Lab Values

Update: 2023-07-31
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Description

Normal
0-130 U/L

Indications

  • Diagnosing:
    • Pancreatitis
    • Pancreatic Duct Obstruction
    • Macroamylasemia
  • Trauma to Pancreas

Description
Amylase is made in the pancreas. It is an enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates to allow our body to absorb it. Monitoring amylase levels can help identify problems with the pancreas.

What would cause increased levels?

  • Pancreatitis
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cyst
  • DKA
  • Peritonitis
  • Abdominal Trauma
  • Duodenal Obstruction
  • Mumps
  • Alcohol use

What would cause decreased levels?

  • Pancreatic Insufficiency
  • Pancreatectomy
  • Toxemia of Pregnancy
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Liver Disease
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Amylase Lab Values

Amylase Lab Values

Jon Haws, RN