This blood test is often used alongside an amylase test to monitor conditions affecting the pancreas. If you have symptoms of acute pancreatitis, such as severe abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, or fevers, please seek urgent medical attention.&;
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Lipase
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Lipase is an enzyme produced in the pancreas that helps with the digestion of fatty foods and is necessary for the digestion and absorption of nutrients in the intestines. Small amounts of lipase are present in blood but if the pancreatic cells are inflamed, increased amounts pass into the blood.
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Prepare for your Lipase Blood Test by following these instructions. Do not eat or drink anything other than water for 12 hours prior to your test. If you take medication then you are allowed to take it as you would normally.
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What are the symptoms of pancreas inflammation?
Small amounts of lipase are present in the blood, but if the pancreatic cells are inflamed, increased amounts pass into the blood. Symptoms of pancreas inflammation include severe stomach or back pain, fever, loss of appetite and nausea.
What is a lipase blood test?
Our lipase test is often completed alongside an Amylase test to help diagnose and monitor acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis, and other disorders involving the pancreas.
What is lipase?
Lipase is an enzyme produced in the pancreas, mouth, and stomach. It helps with the digestion of fatty foods and is necessary for the digestion and absorption of nutrients in the intestines.