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Pancreatic Function

Lipase

The Lipase Blood Test measures lipase, an enzyme that helps your body break down fats during digestion. High lipase levels may be linked to pancreatitis or other digestive problems, while normal levels show your pancreas is working as it should.

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Lipase

Experiencing abdominal discomfort, digestive issues, or suspected pancreatic problems and want assessment of pancreatic function for optimal digestive health?

Overview

The Lipase test measures a special enzyme that acts as your pancreas's primary fat-digesting workhorse. Think of lipase as your body's molecular scissors, specifically designed to cut apart the fats you eat into tiny pieces small enough for your intestines to absorb. Your pancreas produces most of this enzyme and releases it into your digestive system whenever you eat something containing fat, but when your pancreas becomes inflamed or damaged, it can leak extra lipase into your bloodstream—kind of like a kitchen pipe that starts spraying water where it shouldn't.

When lipase levels in your blood are higher than normal, it often signals that your pancreas is under stress, inflamed, or not functioning properly, which can cause severe abdominal pain, nausea, and serious digestive problems. This test is particularly helpful for diagnosing conditions like pancreatitis (pancreas inflammation) or monitoring pancreatic health in people with risk factors like gallstones, heavy alcohol use, or certain medications. By catching pancreatic problems early, you and your healthcare provider can take steps to protect this vital organ that's essential for proper digestion and nutrient absorption.

Reviewed by Dr. Vu Tran
Bloody Good’s Chief Medical Officer

Symptoms

You may benefit from this test if you experience:
Upper abdominal pain or discomfort Pain in the right upper abdomen Pain that worsens after eating Nausea after eating Fatty or oily stools that float Feeling full quickly when eating

Purpose

Essential for individuals with abdominal pain, digestive symptoms, pancreatitis risk, or anyone needing comprehensive pancreatic function assessment.

How to prepare

No special preparation required. Inform healthcare provider of all medications, alcohol consumption, and any factors that might affect lipase levels or pancreatic function.

Understanding results

Results show lipase levels compared to normal ranges. Elevated levels may indicate pancreatic inflammation or damage requiring further evaluation and appropriate treatment.

After the test

Address elevated lipase through investigation of underlying causes, treatment of pancreatitis or pancreatic conditions, and supportive care. Work with gastroenterologists for pancreatic disease management.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Lipase is an enzyme produced by the pancreas that breaks down fats; elevated blood levels typically indicate pancreatic inflammation or damage.
  • Conditions include acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer, gallstones, and certain medications or toxins affecting the pancreas.
  • Symptoms may include severe abdominal pain (often radiating to the back), nausea, vomiting, fever, and tenderness in the abdomen.
  • Common causes include gallstones, alcohol abuse, certain medications, infections, trauma, and genetic factors affecting pancreatic function.
  • Treatment may include pain management, IV fluids, nutritional support, treatment of underlying causes, and in severe cases, surgical intervention.
  • Acute pancreatitis can often resolve with proper treatment, but chronic pancreatitis may cause permanent damage requiring ongoing management.
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