ALPHA AMYLASE (SERUM)

The Serum Alpha‑Amylase test measures the concentration and enzymatic activity of alpha‑amylase in the blood — an enzyme produced primarily by the pancreas and salivary glands that helps break down carbohydrates. Measuring serum amylase helps clinicians detect and assess pancreatic inflammation (such as acute pancreatitis) and certain salivary gland disorders, because levels typically rise when these tissues are injured or inflamed.

This test is useful for diagnosing suspected acute pancreatitis, monitoring pancreatic injury or postoperative changes, and investigating unexplained severe abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting. Through Touch Connect’s at‑home collection service across Dubai and the UAE, patients can have a trained phlebotomist collect the venous blood sample at their residence, with results delivered to their physician for interpretation and follow‑up care.

• Alpha Amylase (Serum)
• Amylase Activity (U/L)
• Pancreatic and Salivary Isoamylase (fractionation — if requested)

• Severe epigastric pain radiating to the back suggestive of acute pancreatitis
• Unexplained persistent nausea, vomiting or abdominal discomfort
• After blunt abdominal trauma or suspected pancreatic injury
• Suspected salivary gland inflammation or obstruction (e.g., mumps, sialadenitis)
• Monitoring known pancreatitis or response to treatment

• Rapid detection of pancreatic inflammation or salivary gland disorders
• Helps distinguish pancreatic vs salivary sources when isoenzyme testing is available
• Convenient at‑home venous blood collection across Dubai and the UAE
• Supports timely clinical decision‑making and treatment monitoring
• Fast laboratory processing and secure result delivery to your clinician

• At‑home venous blood sample collection (serum sample)
• 8–12 hour fasting recommended for baseline accuracy
• Avoid heavy alcohol intake and fatty meals 24 hours prior to testing
• Inform the collector about current medications and recent abdominal procedures