Pancreatic Elastase Test
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Elastase is an enzyme found in the pancreas and useful in breakdown of fats, carbohydrates and is also useful in the digestion process. Pancreatic elastase test or fecal elastase test is a marker used for diagnosing severe exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. These levels may be affected in certain gastric as well as some metabolic conditions affecting the overall digestion process and functioning of the pancreas.
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Pancreatic Elastase Test Price
Metropolis Healthcare is a leading diagnostics centre and pathology lab in India equipped with the latest state-of-the-art technologies that provides the Pancreatic Elastase Test with a clear pricing structure.
The Pancreatic Elastase Test Price in Mumbai is ₹ 6,890 .
We are committed to deliver accurate and quality results from the best labs in India with complete transparency regarding test cost and turnaround time. No matter where you are, we strive to offer patients high-quality service that is affordable and accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
The test measures the elastase levels in the stool sample.
The test is done:
- To detect pancreatic insufficiency in case of steatorrhea, weight loss, food intolerances leading to gastric insufficiencies.
- To diagnose pancreatic dysfunction due to chronic pancreatitis, coeliac diseases, cholelithiasis, diabetes mellitus or in cases of cystic fibrosis.
- The test may also be done in cases of pancreatic cancer and papillary stenosis.
Patients with the following symptoms or clinical features may be advised to undergo the test:
- Patients with unexplained diarrhoea, constipation, abdominal pain.
- Those with unexplained weight loss, flatulence, other symptoms of food intolerance.
- Patients with chronic diabetes mellitus, cystic fibrosis leading to pancreatic insufficiency.
- Coeliac disease patients.
- Patients with pancreatic malignancies
This test requires a stool sample. The stool sample is to be collected in a sterile leak proof container as per the instructions provided. The patient is guided regarding the collection procedure.
No special precautions.
Reduced pancreatic elastase indicates pancreatic insufficiency. Results should be utilized in conjunction with other clinical and laboratory data to assist the clinician in making individual patient management decisions.
- Fecal Elastase test
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