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Lipase
Routine annualalso —
What it isLipase is a pancreatic digestive enzyme that breaks down dietary fats into fatty acids and glycerol for absorption.
DoesDrives fat digestion in the small intestine.
GoodA mid-range lipase signals normal pancreatic exocrine.
BadSharp elevation specifically flags acute pancreatitis with more accuracy than amylase. Low lipase can indicate chronic pancreatic insufficiency.
- Standard
- 7–60 U/L.
- Optimal
- 15–45 U/L (narrow target)
- Modifiers
- More specific to pancreas than amylase.
How to optimize
- Lifestyle
- Avoid binge alcohol; resolve gallstones.
- Diet
- Manage triglycerides; cut alcohol.
- Supplements
- Pancreatic enzyme replacement in chronic pancreatic insufficiency.
- Peptides
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- Drugs
- Treat underlying cause; pancreatic enzymes for insufficiency.
Reference ranges are general adult lab norms; optimal ranges are editorial picks from the longevity literature — not medical advice. Always interpret results with your physician.
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