Experiencing abdominal discomfort, digestive issues, or suspected pancreatic problems and want assessment of pancreatic function for optimal digestive health?
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.
You will be emailed a referral to take to your local collection centre. If you ever have any questions, we're here to help.
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
You may benefit from the Lipase Blood Test
Essential for individuals with abdominal pain, digestive symptoms, pancreatitis risk, or anyone needing comprehensive pancreatic function assessment.
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
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.
You will be emailed a referral to take to your local collection centre. If you ever have any questions, we're here to help.
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