Lipase, Serum
Fasting Required: No

Specimen: Blood

Lab: Quest Diagnostics

Results: 3-5 business days

Description: Lipase is an enzyme that the body uses to break down fats in food so they can be absorbed in the intestines. High amounts of lipase may be found in the blood when the pancreas is damaged or when the tube leading from the pancreas (pancreatic duct) to the beginning of the small intestine is blocked.