Amylase

Intended use

Biostep Amylase reagent is intended for the invitro quantitative, diagnostic determination of Amylase in human serum and heparinized plasma or urine on both automated and manual systems.

Background

Amylase determinations are useful in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the pancreas and parotids. Amylase is found primarily in the pancreas and salivary glands. When released in the digestive tract, the enzyme hydrolyzes starch.