Lipase is an enzyme necessary for the absorption and digestion of nutrients in the intestines.
Lipase is responsible for breaking down lipids (fats), in particular triglycerides.
Once broken down into smaller components, triglycerides are more easily absorbed in the intestines.
Lipase is primarily produced in the pancreas, but is also produced in the mouth and stomach.
A Lipase test is often used along with an Amylase test to help diagnose and monitor acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis, and other disorders that involve the pancreas.
Lipase testing is also used in the diagnosis of cystic fibrosis, celiac disease, and Crohn's disease.
A specially labelled blood sample collection kit containing everything needed by a nurse or doctor to take the blood sample. The kit will be unique and coded specifically to you.
A Medical History & Lifestyle questionnaire is included with this test. It covers important areas such as illness, injuries, medical conditions, medication, family health history and much more.
The Medical History & Lifestyle questionnaire provides us with vital information which can affect how your results are interpreted and what advice you receive.
You will have secure online access to your medical reports and results held on our secure web servers. If required, we will also send you a hard copy by post.
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Phlebotomy
