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Lipase Test Overview

Lipase test measures the amount of lipase in the body.

Lipase is a digestive enzyme normally found in the pancreas. Any pancreatic injury may result in increased levels of lipase in the blood. Lipase serum test is used to assess the levels of lipase in the blood. It is a sensitive and specific marker for pancreatic injury.

Reasons for Undergoing the Lipase Test

The lipase serum test is a crucial diagnostic tool for assessing pancreatic health. There are several key reasons to undergo this test:

  • To diagnose acute or chronic pancreatitis, which is characterised by inflammation and damage to the pancreas
  • To monitor the treatment and progression of pancreatic diseases, such as cystic fibrosis, pancreatic tumours, and pancreatic stones
  • To help diagnose other conditions like intestinal obstruction, pancreatic pseudocyst, and salivary gland inflammation
  • To investigate symptoms suggestive of a pancreatic disorder, including severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and weight loss

List of Parameters Considered During the Lipase Test

The lipase blood test measures a specific parameter to evaluate pancreatic function:

  • Lipase Levels: The test quantifies the amount of lipase, a digestive enzyme produced by the pancreas, in units per litre (U/L) or microkatals per litre (µkat/L). Normal levels typically range from 0 to 160 U/L or 0 to 2.67 µkat/L, although these ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Elevated lipase levels often indicate pancreatic damage or inflammation, such as in acute or chronic pancreatitis, or other conditions affecting the pancreas or adjacent organs.

Home Collection for Lipase Test Near You

Metropolis Healthcare offers a convenient home sample collection service for the lipase test, ensuring comfort and safety without compromising on testing accuracy. Our trained phlebotomists will visit your home to collect blood samples, adhering to the highest standards of sample handling.

This service allows you to access quality diagnostic solutions from the comfort of your home, saving time and effort. With Metropolis Healthcare's commitment to making healthcare accessible, you can expect timely and reliable results, enabling you to take proactive steps towards maintaining your health.

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Lipase Serum Test Price

Metropolis Healthcare is a leading diagnostics centre and pathology lab in India equipped with the latest state-of-the-art technologies that provides the Lipase Serum Test with a clear pricing structure. The Lipase Serum Test Price in Lucknow is ₹ 580. We are committed to deliver accurate and quality results from the best labs in India with complete transparency regarding test cost and turnaround time. No matter where you are, we strive to offer patients high-quality service that is affordable and accessible. Book Now

Frequently Asked Questions

Lipase test is measured to diagnose and monitor acute pancreatitis; also, sometimes to diagnose and monitor chronic pancreatitis or other pancreatic diseases.,

Your doctor may recommend lipase test for you if you have the symptoms of a pancreatic disorder. These include:

  • extreme upper abdominal pain or back pain
  • fever
  • oily or fatty stools
  • loss of appetite
  • weight loss
  • nausea
  • vomiting

Lipase is one of the many enzymes produced by the pancreas to help digest dietary fats. Lipase test measures the amount of the lipase enzyme in the blood.

The test is used to :
- Diagnose suspected cases of acute pancreatitis
- Monitor the effectiveness of treatment for pancreatic disease.
- Monitor the pancreatic affection in cases of crohn's disease, coeliac disease and cystic fibrosis.  

The test measures the levels of lipase in the blood. 

This test requires a blood sample. A tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is then asked to make a fist. This helps in the build-up of blood filling the veins. The skin is disinfected before needle insertion and the blood sample is collected in vacutainer. 

High levels of lipase may occur due to pancreatic cancers, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, gall bladder disease. 
Low levels may occur due to certain chronic disorders like cystic fibrosis, and coeliac disease. 

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