Lipase

General

Synonym/Acronym:

Triacylglycerol acylhydrolase.

Rationale

To assess for pancreatic disease related to inflammation, tumor, or cyst, specific to the diagnosis of pancreatitis.

Patient Preparation

There are no food, fluid, activity, or medication restrictions unless by medical direction. Ensure specimen collection takes place prior to endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ECRP).

Normal Findings

Method: Enzymatic spectrophotometry.

Conventional and SI Units
Newborn–older adult15–60 units/L

Critical Findings and Potential Interventions

N/A

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