Amylase
Alpha-Amylase Test
How It Feels
Blood test
The blood sample is taken from a vein in your arm. An elastic band is wrapped around your upper arm. It may feel tight. You may feel nothing at all from the needle, or you may feel a quick sting or pinch.
Urine test
There is no pain while collecting a 2-hour or 24-hour urine sample.
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| Author: | Ralph Poore | Last Updated April 30, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine Peter J. Kahrilas, MD - Gastroenterology | |
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| Topic Contents | |
| Test Overview | |
| Why It Is Done | |
| How To Prepare | |
| How It Is Done | |
 | How It Feels |
| Risks | |
| Results | |
| What Affects the Test | |
| What To Think About | |
| References | |
| Credits | |