Amylase Test Price in Saudi Arabia | Lahalak
A rapid, essential test for diagnosing acute pancreatitis during sudden abdominal pain, allowing for immediate medical intervention and preventing serious health complications.
Scientific name: Amylase Test
Measuring the level of amylase enzyme in blood serum. Amylase is an enzyme secreted primarily by the pancreas and salivary glands to aid in carbohydrate digestion. When inflammation or damage occurs in the cells of the pancreas (as in acute pancreatitis), large amounts of amylase are released into the bloodstream, causing its level to rise rapidly,...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- A detailed analysis to measure the level of amylase enzyme in blood serum.
- Consult an internist or general surgeon to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- • Fasting: Not routinely required.
- However, the patient may be asked to fast if they are going to have other tests that require it (such as lipase, glucose), or if there is a need to measure amylase immediately after an episode of abdominal pain.
- Timing of testing: The sample should be taken as early as the onset of symptoms (within the first 24-48 hours) to obtain the highest diagnostic sensitivity for acute pancreatitis.
- Medications: Inform the doctor about all medications.
- Some drugs (such as diuretics, high doses of aspirin, opioids) may cause an increase in amylase.
- Alcohol: Alcohol use should be mentioned to the doctor, as it is a major cause of pancreatitis.
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