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0 to 160 U/L. Normal values may vary, depending on the laboratory.

Note: U/L = units per liter

Greater-than-normal levels may indicate:

• Cholecystitis (with effects on the pancreas)
• Pancreatic cancer
• Pancreatitis
• Stomach ulcer or blockage
• Viral gastroenteritis

Additional conditions under which the test may be performed:

• Chronic pancreatitis
• Familial lipoprotein lipase deficiency

Review Date: 01/22/2007
Reviewed By: Jenifer K. Lehrer, MD, Department of Gastroenterology, Frankford-Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Health System, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.