Custom Pancreatic Function Test

Low levels may indicate:
 

• Chronic pancreatitis
• Pancreatic insufficiency
• Liver disease
• Cystic fibrosis

Abnormal levels may suggest various conditions. It’s best to consult with a healthcare provider who can interpret the results in the context of your overall health and medical history.

Normal ranges for lipase and amylase will vary based on gender and age. Consult your healthcare provider if you have questions or concerns about the results of your blood testing.

Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas and can present with a range of symptoms. Common signs and symptoms may include:
 

• Upper abdominal pain that may radiate to the back
• Pain that worsens after eating
• Nausea and vomiting
• Fever
• Rapid pulse
• Tenderness in the abdomen
• Unintentional weight loss (in chronic cases)
• Oily or foul-smelling stools (due to poor fat digestion in chronic pancreatitis)
   

If you are experiencing these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately, as pancreatitis can become a serious condition requiring urgent care.

Pancreatitis occurs when the pancreas becomes inflamed, and it can be triggered by several factors. Common causes may include:
 

• Gallstones (blockage of the pancreatic duct)
• Heavy alcohol use
• Certain medications (such as some antibiotics or diuretics)
• High triglyceride levels
• Abdominal injury or surgery
• Infections
• Genetic conditions (such as cystic fibrosis)
• Autoimmune disorders
• Pancreatic tumors

In some cases, the exact cause may not be identified. If you suspect pancreatitis, seek medical attention promptly, as it can lead to serious complications.

Your testing will be performed in a CLIA-certified clinical laboratory. Labcorp provides leading-edge medical laboratory tests and services through a national network of primary clinical laboratories and specialty testing laboratories. Our labs perform regular quality assurance testing to ensure our results are accurate.

Your results will be provided to you through our secure online portal to view or print. Results are also made available through a secure portal to the independent healthcare provider who placed your test order.  If you are accessing your results through your Labcorp Patient™ account, all users linked to the account will have access to all OnDemand test results. Results may also be provided to a local, state, and/or federal health authority; for example, many states require the testing laboratory and physician to report test results for certain communicable diseases, such as COVID-19, to local or state health departments.  

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To align with clinical best practices, we’ve set an age maximum of 100 for consumer-initiated testing. This limit was set to encourage individuals in more advanced age groups - who may have complex medical needs - to receive personalized guidance about testing from their healthcare providers.