Pancreatic Elastase Stool Test
- Category
- Digestive
- Sample
- Fresh stool sample in a sterile container provided by the lab
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 7 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- All Ages
What Is This Test?
Measures pancreatic elastase, an enzyme made by the pancreas, in a stool sample.
Why this test is performed?
Low levels indicate the pancreas is not producing enough digestive enzymes (exocrine pancreatic insufficiency) — seen in chronic pancreatitis, cystic fibrosis and diabetes — causing oily stools, bloating and weight loss.
Who should take this test?
Abdominal pain, diarrhoea, bloating, indigestion or suspected digestive disease.
Test Preparation
No fasting needed. Collect a fresh stool sample in the sterile container; do not mix with urine or water.
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Frequently asked questions
No. The test measures human elastase, so pancreatic enzyme capsules do not interfere.
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Fresh stool sample in a sterile container provided by the lab.
Usually within 5–6 days after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.
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