Amylase
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What is the respective laboratory value?
Amylase is an enzyme that is produced in the pancreas and salivary glands and breaks down carbohydrates. The laboratory value measures the amylase concentration in the blood or urine and is used to assess pancreatic function.
For whom is such a test to be considered?
An amylase test is recommended for: • People with symptoms such as severe abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting • Patients suspected of having acute or chronic pancreatitis • Monitoring of patients after pancreatic surgery • Clarification of suspected salivary gland diseases such as mumps
What is it used for?
The test serves the diagnosis of diseases of the pancreas, such as acute or chronic pancreatitis, and the clarification of unclear upper abdominal complaints. It also helps in monitoring the course of such diseases.
What can be inferred from that?
An elevated amylase value often indicates: • Acute or chronic pancreatitis • Pancreatic tumors • Diseases of the salivary glands such as mumps A low value can occur with severe pancreatic insufficiency or certain medication intake. Symptoms with elevated amylase value: • Severe, belt-shaped abdominal pain • Nausea, vomiting • Fever or general weakness
What is the ideal time for a test?
The testing can be carried out at any time, but is urgently recommended in case of acute symptoms such as abdominal pain.
Particularly interesting?
• Amylase should be measured together with lipase, as lipase is more specific for pancreatic diseases. • Alcohol abuse and certain medications (e.g. diuretics) can influence amylase levels. • Chronic diseases of the pancreas can lead to normal or low amylase levels, despite existing dysfunction.