Biochemistry
| Full details for "Faecal Elastase". | |
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Name |
Faecal Elastase |
Alternative name/Profile |
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Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
This is used to evaluate and monitor pancreatic function of patients with suspected /confirmed exorcine pancreatic insufficiency, e.g. in patients with cystic fibrosis, diabetes mellitis or chronic pancreatitis. |
Specimen type |
Faeces. Formed sample required. Liquid sample not suitable. |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
Universal container / pea size |
Frequency of analysis |
Weekly |
Turnaround time |
10 Working days |
Availability |
Not available to General Practitioners. |
Notes |
No dietary restrictions Assay can only be performed on formed samples Units: µg elastase / g stool |
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Reference range |
Faecal Elastase : Units µg elastase / g stool <100 severe exocrine pancreatic insufficiency 100 - 200 mild exocrine pancreatic insufficiency >200 pancreatic sufficiency |
Last updated |
Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:29:10 IST |