Lipase Test
Lipase Test
- Lipase test is done at Maurya Labs Purnea, Bihar using the most advanced technology for measuring the levels of lipase in the blood.
- For Lipase Test fasting of 8 to 12 hours required
- Lipase Test is generally done along with amylase for patients suffering from Pancreatitis
What is Lipase test?
Lipase is released by the body after we consume food to digest it. Normally, lipase occurs at low levels in the body, and a high level of lipase in the body is considered abnormal, which is usually associated with inflammation of the pancreas or any other disease of the pancreas like pancreatitis. Usually, another test called amylase is performed together with the lipase test to get a clear picture of the diagnosis of pancreatic disorders.
The lipase test is used to diagnose pancreatitis or other disorders of the pancreas, the presence of chronic diseases like cystic fibrosis, and any pancreatic blockages. A lipase test is also used to monitor conditions such as pancreatic cysts, Crohn’s disease, peritonitis, and celiac disease.
Reported Parameters
- Normal Range – 0-160 units per litre of blood
- <60 years – 10-140 U/L
- >60 years – 24-151 U/L
All The Questions that you might have
- What is Lipase Test ?
- What does the Lipase test measure?
- Why should I do the Lipase test?
- How is the Lipase test done?
Lipase is released by the body after we consume food to digest it. Normally, lipase occurs at low levels in the body, and a high level of lipase in the body is considered abnormal, which is usually associated with inflammation of the pancreas or any other disease of the pancreas like pancreatitis. Usually, another test called amylase is performed together with the lipase test to get a clear picture of the diagnosis of pancreatic disorders.
The lipase test is used to diagnose pancreatitis or other disorders of the pancreas, the presence of chronic diseases like cystic fibrosis, and any pancreatic blockages. A lipase test is also used to monitor conditions such as pancreatic cysts, Crohn’s disease, peritonitis, and celiac disease.
The lipase test is used to quantify the level of the protein or enzyme called lipase present in the blood.
The lipase test is indicated if the patient is experiencing symptoms of pancreatic inflammation like
- Severe back
- Abdominal pain,
- Loss of appetite, fever
- Nausea with or without vomiting
- Fatty stools.
It is also recommended if the patient has diabetes, a family history of pancreatitis, obesity, high triglyceride levels or gallstones.
The Lipase test is a simple blood test with 8-12 hours of fasting before the test. The blood sample can be taken by the phlebotomist at a pathology lab.
