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What does it mean when you have a high Lipase level?

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Lipase is majorly synthesised by the pancreas and helps in the digestion of fats to free fatty acids and glycerol. A small amount of lipase in the blood is normal but the high level of lipase has clinical significance and it indicates an inflammation of the pancreas or a pancreatic disease such as pancreatitis.

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