Lipase (DGGR)

LABOKLIN Service ID: 12


Material

Serum (or EDTA plasma or heparin plasma) 0.5 ml

Method

Photometry (using DGGR reagent)

Duration

Reporting of results on the day the sample is received (Mon–Sat)

Remark

  • Measurement mainly covers the activity of pancreatic lipase, but also the lipase activity in other tissues (stomach, small intestine). A threefold increase in value indicates acute pancreatitis.
  • In order to confirm the diagnosis of pancreatitis, pancreatic lipase immunoreactivity (PLI) should be determined.
  • Horse: Pancreatitis can occur along with colic or other gastrointestinal diseases. Elevated lipase concentrations are also found in horses engaged in high-performance training.