Lipase

Message

Performed in Chemistry

Test Code

LIPASE

CPT Codes
83690

Preferred Specimen

Green Top LiHep, Plasma
WyMCC - SST

Other Acceptable Specimens

Gold/SST, Red Top

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Collected in an outdated/expired tube
Hemolyzed, icteric or lipemic
Contaminated

FDA Status
FDA Approved

Setup Schedule

Daily, Sunday through Saturday

Report Available

Less than 4 hours

Clinical Significance

In addition to α-amylase, pancreatic lipases have for many years been undeniably the most important clinical chemistry parameters for the differential diagnosis of diseases of the pancreas. The lipase activity determination has gained increasing international recognition because of its high specificity and rapid response. After acute pancreatitis the lipase activity increases within 4-8 hours, reaches a peak after 24 hours and decreases after 8 to 14 days. However, there is no correlation between the lipase activity determined in serum and the extent of damage to the pancreas.

The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.