Amylase Lab Values
Shownotes
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