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HelpTest Code LIPPF Lipase, Peritoneal Fluid
Specimen Required
2 mL peritoneal fluid
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours Refrigerated: 7 days Frozen: 7 days
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Set up: Daily; Report available: Next day
Method Name
Colorimetric © • Kinetic
Collection Container / Tube
Preferred: Sterile screw cap container
Other Acceptable Container: None
Transport / Storage Conditions
Frozen
Reference Values
< 10 U/L
CPT Codes
83690
Clinical Reference
Peritoneal fluid lipase activity has been considered complementary in the diagnosis of pancreatitis.