Lipase, Peritoneal Fluid

Test Code

LIPPF

CPT Codes
83690

Preferred Specimen

2 mL peritoneal fluid

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Transport Temperature

Frozen

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 24 hours Refrigerated: 7 days Frozen: 7 days

Methodology

Colorimetric © • Kinetic

Setup Schedule

Set up: Daily; Report available: Next day

Reference Range

< 10 U/L

Clinical Significance

Peritoneal fluid lipase activity has been considered complementary in the diagnosis of pancreatitis.

Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute 14225 Newbrook Drive Chantilly, VA 20153

Last Updated: February 23, 2012

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