Lipase

MeasuredFiller

An enzyme released by an inflamed pancreas.

More specific than amylase for pancreatitis, and again a test for someone in pain.

How we rate it — Filler

Rarely changes anything for someone with no symptoms.

This rating and the description above were written against published screening guidelines by someone who is not a clinician, and are awaiting review by one. We would rather say that than imply an authority we do not have.

Check-ups that include it

In 22 of the 78check-ups we track — 28%. Cheapest first.

and 10 more.

Information here is for comparing packages, not for diagnosing yourself. Talk to a doctor about which tests you actually need.