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What causes a low Amylase?

Normal range 30-110 U/L (0.5-1.84 µkat/L SI). Specimen: Serum. See the full Amylase reference page for critical values and nursing considerations.

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Common causes of a low Amylase

  • Advanced chronic pancreatitis
  • Liver failure

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What is the normal range for Amylase?

The standard teaching reference range for Amylase is 30-110 U/L in conventional units, or 0.5-1.84 µkat/L in SI units. This value is measured in serum.

Amylase reference range and specimen details
SpecimenSerum
Conventional range30-110 U/L
SI range0.5-1.84 µkat/L
PanelInflammatory & Other Chemistry

Full details, including nursing considerations, on the Amylase normal range page. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population - always use the range printed on the actual result.

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