ERBA LIPASE ECO PACK (1X20 /1 X 5 /1X3 ML)

Lipase

Lipase is an enzyme that catalyzes the breakdown of glycerol esters of long-chain fatty acids. Measuring lipase levels is particularly useful for evaluating pancreatic disorders, especially acute pancreatitis.

Clinical Significance

• Lipase testing supports the investigation of pancreatic disorders.

• In acute pancreatitis, lipase levels may increase significantly, reaching approximately 2–50 times the upper reference limit.

• Lipase levels typically begin to rise within 4–8 hours after the onset of abdominal pain.

• Levels generally peak at around 24 hours and may return toward normal within 8–14 days.

• Lipase results should be interpreted together with clinical findings and other laboratory investigations.