The normal range for Lipase (Serum Lipase) is 0-160 U/L. High Lipase may indicate High lipase (3x or more above normal): highly specific for acute pancreatitis. R. Ask GoDavaii Health AI to analyze your complete lab report.

Lipase

Serum Lipase

Lipase is more specific for pancreatic disease than amylase. It stays elevated longer and is now considered the preferred test for pancreatitis.

Normal Range

0-160 U/L

Unit: U/L

LOWNORMALHIGH
Below normal0-160 U/L U/LAbove normal
Medically Verified Ranges

What High Lipase Means

High lipase (3x or more above normal): highly specific for acute pancreatitis. Rises within 4-8 hours and stays elevated for 8-14 days (longer than amylase). Also elevated in: pancreatic cancer, bowel obstruction, kidney failure.

Acute PancreatitisPancreatic Cancer

What Low Lipase Means

Low lipase is generally not clinically significant. May indicate pancreatic insufficiency in advanced chronic pancreatitis.

Chronic Pancreatitis

Frequently Asked Questions

Related Lab Tests

Amylase

Serum Amylase

Normal: 28-100 U/L

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