Amylase Blood Test (Healius and ACL only)

Measures amylase, an enzyme that breaks down starch.

Available at Healius and ACL collection centres only

Measures

Amylase, an enzyme that breaks down starch.

Why it matters

Amylase is produced mainly by the pancreas and salivary glands. Blood levels rise when either is more active than usual, which is why it's used when the question concerns those organs.

It isn't a general health marker and has little meaning outside a specific clinical question.

Before you collect

Available only at Healius and ACL collection centres — check your nearest before ordering.

Suits

People whose practitioner has specifically requested amylase.

Your next step

Once you have your results, book with a Canwell naturopath, nutritionist or practitioner to talk them through and build a wellness plan that suits you. Book with Canwell