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Why are lipase and amylase tests usually ordered together?

April 26, 2017amylase lipase ordered tests usually

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Why are lipase and amylase tests usually ordered together?

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Blood amylase levels are sensitive for pancreatic disorders but are not specific. An elevated amylase may indicate a problem but nonpancreatic disorders can cause increased amylase levels. Lipase levels are usually increased in pancreatic disorders and are more specific than amylase for diseases of the pancreas. Evaluating the results of the two tests together help to diagnose or rule out pancreatitis and other conditions.