Lipase
Test Code: MTC00637
Pancreas
Lipase is a digestive enzyme secreted mainly by the pancreas, responsible for breaking down fats into fatty acids and glycerol.
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Sample Type:
Blood,
Preparation:
Without Fasting
TAT:
4 hours
15.
000
KWD
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Test Details
Lipase is a key enzyme in fat metabolism, secreted by the pancreas into the small intestine to help digest dietary fats into absorbable units. In clinical practice, lipase testing is commonly used to diagnose pancreatic diseases, particularly acute and chronic pancreatitis. It may also rise in liver, gallbladder, or kidney disorders. Compared to amylase, lipase is more specific to the pancreas, making it more reliable in diagnosis.
Lipase test is commonly used in diagnosing acute and chronic pancreatitis.
Yes, lipase is more accurate and pancreas-specific than amylase.
Yes, it can be elevated in liver, gallbladder, or kidney diseases.
In acute pancreatitis, lipase rises sharply, while in chronic cases elevation may be mild or intermittent.
