Amylase (Serum) Test in Delhi

At a Glance

Test: Amylase - Serum. Result: A number with a reference range. Price: From 500. Fasting: Not required. Sample: Blood (serum). Reports: Within 12 hours, digital. Home collection: Available across Delhi; any charge is shown at booking. Lab: NABL-accredited. ## What It Measures Amylase is an enzyme that helps digest starch. Most of it comes from the pancreas and the salivary glands. When the pancreas is inflamed or blocked, more amylase leaks into the blood. The test measures how much. ## Why Doctors Order It It is used to help diagnose and monitor acute pancreatitis, and sometimes chronic pancreatitis or other pancreatic problems. It is typically ordered for severe upper abdominal pain that may spread to the back, often with nausea or vomiting. Doctors often pair it with serum lipase, which is more specific to the pancreas. ## Reading the Result A raised amylase can point to pancreatitis, but it can also rise with mumps and other salivary gland problems, some intestinal conditions, kidney disease and certain medicines. A normal level does not always rule pancreatitis out, especially if some days have passed. The result is read with symptoms, examination and imaging. ## When Pain Should Not Wait Severe upper abdominal pain, repeated vomiting, fever or a rigid abdomen needs urgent medical attention. Go to hospital instead of waiting for a sample or a report. ## Older Relatives and Gallstones Gallstones are a common cause of pancreatitis and are more frequent in middle age and later. If an older parent has repeated upper abdominal pain, especially after fatty meals, their doctor may order amylase and lipase along with an ultrasound. A home sample avoids a trip across Delhi for someone who is unwell. Festival and wedding-season meals are often heavy and rich, so symptoms sometimes appear after them. ## What Is Not Included This is one test. It does not include lipase, liver function tests, imaging or a blood sugar test. Content last reviewed: October 2026