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Amylase

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Your amylase levels are high, indicating that your pancreas may be inflamed or damaged. Research shows that elevated amylase can also be caused by other medical conditions or medications. It's recommended that you follow up with your healthcare provider to determine the underlying cause and discuss appropriate treatment options.

Amylase
high
Low Desirable 21 – 101 High
135 U/L

Lipase

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Your lipase levels are within the normal range, which is a positive result. Lipase is an enzyme that plays a role in digestion by breaking down fats. Normal levels indicate that your pancreas is functioning properly. It's important to maintain healthy lipase levels as abnormalities in this enzyme can indicate pancreatic disorders. However, since your results are normal, there is no cause for concern at this time.

Lipase
good
Low Desirable 7 – 60 High
31 U/L
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Pancreatitis test for people with abdominal pain and digestive problems

Blood Test for Abdominal Pain and Digestive Problems

Acute Pancreatitis Panel

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Go directly to the lab, no extra fees

Easy to understand results

With friendly doctor's notes & guidance

Fast & convenient

Lab visit as quick as 10 mins in & out

What's this test for?

This test is ideal if you're experiencing severe abdominal pain, especially in the upper abdomen that radiates to your back, along with nausea, vomiting, or digestive problems. It helps identify pancreatitis, a condition where your pancreas becomes inflamed and cannot properly produce enzymes needed to digest food. Many people use this test when they have unexplained abdominal pain or digestive issues that need investigation.

What's included in this test?

Amylase Lipase

This panel measures Lipase and Amylase, two critical enzymes produced by your pancreas. These enzymes help break down fats and starches in your digestive system, and elevated levels can indicate pancreatic inflammation or damage. Together, these measurements help identify acute or chronic pancreatitis and assess how well your pancreas is functioning.

What happens after I get my results?

You'll receive detailed doctor notes in simple language explaining what your pancreatic enzyme levels mean for your digestive health and whether inflammation is present. These notes include personalized recommendations like dietary changes, lifestyle modifications, or whether you should follow up with a gastroenterologist. You'll also get the standard lab report and can track your enzyme levels over time using our trends feature to monitor your pancreatic health, especially if you're making dietary changes or managing a chronic condition.

Who should consider getting this test?
This test is essential for anyone experiencing severe upper abdominal pain, especially after eating fatty foods or drinking alcohol. It's also important for people with unexplained nausea, vomiting, fever, or rapid pulse, and those with risk factors like gallstones, heavy alcohol use, or a family history of pancreatic disease. Anyone recovering from pancreatitis may need this test for monitoring.
What symptoms indicate I may need this test?
Common symptoms include intense pain in the upper abdomen that may radiate to your back, nausea and vomiting, fever, rapid heartbeat, and tenderness when touching your belly. You might also notice oily or foul-smelling stools, unexplained weight loss, or pain that worsens after eating. These symptoms could indicate your pancreas is inflamed and not working properly.
How can I naturally support my pancreatic health?
Supporting pancreatic health involves avoiding alcohol completely and limiting fatty, fried, and processed foods that stress the pancreas. Eat smaller, more frequent meals with plenty of lean proteins, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. Stay well-hydrated, avoid smoking, and manage your triglyceride and cholesterol levels through diet and exercise to reduce pancreatic inflammation risk.
What is pancreatitis and why does it matter?
Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas, an organ behind your stomach that produces digestive enzymes and insulin. When inflamed, digestive enzymes can activate while still in the pancreas and start damaging the tissue, causing severe pain and potentially serious complications. Catching pancreatitis early is crucial because untreated cases can lead to diabetes, malnutrition, kidney failure, or life-threatening infections.
What does high lipase or amylase mean?
Elevated lipase and amylase levels typically indicate that your pancreas is inflamed or damaged, which is the hallmark of pancreatitis. Lipase levels that are three times higher than normal are particularly significant for diagnosing acute pancreatitis. High levels can also sometimes occur with gallstones, pancreatic duct blockages, or other abdominal conditions that affect the pancreas.
What causes high pancreatic enzymes?
The most common causes are gallstones that block the pancreatic duct and heavy or chronic alcohol consumption. Other causes include certain medications, high triglyceride levels, abdominal trauma or surgery, infections, and autoimmune conditions. In some cases, genetic factors or anatomical abnormalities of the pancreas can also trigger enzyme elevation and inflammation.
How often should I retest my pancreatic enzymes?
If you've had acute pancreatitis, your doctor may retest within days to weeks to ensure enzyme levels are returning to normal as you recover. For chronic pancreatitis or ongoing symptoms, testing every few months may be necessary to monitor pancreatic function. If you have risk factors like gallstones or high triglycerides, your doctor will determine an appropriate monitoring schedule based on your individual situation.
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Lipase 185 U/L
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What this means

Your lipase level is slightly elevated above the normal range, which may indicate mild pancreatic inflammation or stress. While this is not necessarily severe, it suggests your pancreas may be working harder than usual and could benefit from dietary modifications and monitoring.

* Regular blood test results (e.g., CBC) typically start arriving the next business day after sample collection. More complex tests, such as hormone panels, may take up to 10–15 business days due to their complexity.
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Blood Test for Abdominal Pain and Digestive Problems

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  • Pinpoint the cause of your abdominal pain
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  • Clarify why you're experiencing digestive problems

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