Amylase
Alpha-Amylase Test
Why It Is Done
A test for amylase is done to:
- Find pancreatitis and other pancreatic diseases.
- See if the treatment for pancreatitis and other pancreatic diseases is working.
- Check swelling and inflammation of the salivary glands.
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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 | |