low enzyme levels

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Hi guys,

Does any one out there know any thing about low enzyme levels or whether it is

anything to be concerned with? My G.I. doc ordered a lipase on me & it was 7.

According to the nurse, normal is 16 to 63. I would appreciate any input.

Thanks!

K.

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clay kuntz wrote:

Hi guys,

Does any one out there know any thing about low enzyme levels or whether it is

anything to be concerned with? My G.I. doc ordered a lipase on me & it was 7.

According to the nurse, normal is 16 to 63. I would appreciate any input.

Thanks!

K.

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Hi ,

I also found this on a laboratory website:

" Drugs that may interfere with maintaining proper lipase levels

include codeine, indomethacin, morphine, and drugs with a

hydrochloric acid base. "

I looked at the zofran that I take and it has hydrochloric acid as a

component of the medication. HCl is one of the most common

linkers in medication so you may want to see if this applies to

you. I would look at both prescription and over-the-counter

meds.

laurie

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Laurie is right, some meds can cause a decreased in serum lipase. Did

they tell you what your amylase levels were? My enzymes have never

been elevated and for the most part were very low. You pancreas may

not be making enough lipse or it cant makes it way to the blood

stream. It would probably be wise to have them checked again.

Aren';t you going to have your gallbladder removed soon? I think it

was you, but my memory is not all that great these days.

Hope this helps some and you are feeling well.

Warmly,

(SC)