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Lipase

Liver Unit: U/L

Primary pancreatitis marker

Also known as: LIP

Reference Ranges

Clinical Reference 10.0 – 60.0 U/L
Optimal Range 20.0 – 50.0 U/L
Critical Range > 300.0 U/L

Pancreatic enzyme; more specific than amylase

Related Conditions

Pancreatitis High

Food & Lifestyle Recommendations

🍎 Food Avoid alcohol and very high-fat meals Pancreas-sparing
💡 Other Seek medical evaluation promptly for acute pancreatitis Medical emergency

Evidence-Backed Supplements

When High

Questions to Ask Your Doctor

  • Do I need imaging to evaluate for pancreatitis? Imaging is standard workup

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