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Lipase

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Understanding Lipase


What is Lipase?

A lipase test measures the levels of lipase, an enzyme that helps in the digestion of dietary fats (lipids), in your blood. Lipase is an enzyme primarily secreted by the pancreas hence it is normal to have a small amount of lipase in your blood. But, a high level of lipase can mean you have pancreatitis, an inflammation of the pancreas, and kidney disease.

This test can be used to diagnose pancreatitis, to find out any blockage in the pancreas, and in case of chronic disease that affects the pancreas. The doctor may order the test in case of symptoms like severe upper abdominal pain, back pain, loss of appetite, and nausea. The lipase levels can be managed with medicine and lifestyle changes.

What is Lipase used for?

The Lipase Test is performed:

·         To help in the diagnosis of acute as well as chronic pancreatitis

·         To help determine a blockage in the pancreatic duct

·         To monitor treatment effectiveness for pancreatitis

·         To help diagnose other conditions like kidney diseases, gallbladder inflammation etc.



Interpreting Lipase results


Interpretations

Normal levels:

Below 1 year age: Up to 8 U/L

1-9 years age: 5-31 U/L

10-18 years age: 7-39 U/L

Above 18 years age: Less than 67 U/L

Higher than normal levels of lipase are usually associated with pancreatitis, blockage of the pancreatic duct, pancreatic tumors, inflammation of the gallbladder, and kidney diseases. In case of acute pancreatitis, lipase levels rise quickly within about 4 to 8 hours of an attack and may remain high for up to 14 days.

Very low levels of lipase may indicate pancreatic damage as in diseases like cystic fibrosis.

Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Lipase


Frequently Asked Questions about Lipase

Q. Is there any preparation required before the Lipase test?

A fasting period of 8 to 12 hours may be prescribed before the test is performed. Inform the doctor of any medications you may be taking as certain medications may affect the test results. No other specific preparations are usually required before the Lipase Test.

Q. What additional tests can be prescribed by your doctor in case of abnormal Lipase test result?

Additional tests that may be prescribed in case of abnormal Lipase test result are: · Amylase Test · Abdominal Imaging Tests (CT Scan, MRI, Ultrasound, or MR cholangiopancreatography ) · Liver Function Tests · Kidney Function Tests · Blood Sugar Tests

Q. What is Pancreatitis?

Pancreatitis refers to the inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is an organ located behind the stomach that secretes various enzymes along with lipase for the digestion of food. It also secretes hormones insulin and glucagon that help to regulate blood sugar levels. Pancreatitis may be acute or chronic. Acute pancreatitis is commonly caused by gallbladder stones. The pancreas secretes its enzymes into the pancreatic duct, which joins with the common bile duct from the liver and gallbladder to form a channel which opens in the small intestine. This brings both the pancreatic and hepatic (liver) secretions into the small intestine for digestion. If a gallbladder stone moves into the common channel and becomes stuck there, it can block the entire biliary and pancreatic ducts. This may cause inflammation of the pancreas or pancreatitis. Acute pancreatitis may also be caused by pancreatic tumors. Chronic or long-term pancreatitis may be caused by repeated attacks of acute pancreatitis. It is also caused due to autoimmune as well as genetic conditions like cystic fibrosis. Acute as well as chronic pancreatitis is also caused by alcoholism. Chronic pancreatitis can give rise to some serious long-term complications, including: · Pancreatic stones · Malnutrition · Pancreatic infection · Diabetes · Pancreatic cancer · Renal damage

Q. What are the common symptoms of pancreatitis?

Common symptoms of pancreatitis include: · Abdominal pain that may spread to the chest and back · Indigestion · Nausea and vomiting · Tenderness in the abdomen · Rapid weight loss · Abdominal bloating and flatulence · Frequent hiccups · Fever · Malabsorption · Steatorrhea (fatty or greasy, foul-smelling stool)

Q. Is there any risk associated with this test?

There is no risk associated with the test. However, since this test involves a needle prick to withdraw the blood sample, in very rare cases, a patient may experience increased bleeding, hematoma formation (blood collection under the skin), bruising or infection at the site of needle prick.
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Lipase test price for other cities


Price inBangaloreRs. 340
Price inMysoreRs. 514
Price inNagpurRs. 514
Price inNashikRs. 514
Price inPuneRs. 340
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