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Lipase Test

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A lipase test measures the level of the enzyme in your blood. It is used to diagnose pancreatitis.
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Amylase Test

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A blood amylase test mainly helps diagnose and monitor pancreatitis, which is inflammation of the pancreas.
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HDL Cholesterol Testing

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HDL cholesterol is known as the “good cholesterol.” Testing for HDL cholesterol is an important part of evaluating your cardiovascular health.
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Apo B Test (Apolipoprotein B)

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The apolipoprotein B (Apo B) is a protein involved in the metabolism of lipids. The apo B test may be used, along with other lipid tests, to help determine your risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD).
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Immunoreactive Trypsinogen (IRT)

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The immunoreactive trypsinogen or trypsin (IRT) test screens for cystic fibrosis (CF) in newborns, or may be used to help detect pancreatitis.
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Chymotrypsin

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The chymotrypsin test is used along with other tests, such as a fecal fat and/or fecal elastase, to evaluate both children and adults for pancreatic insufficiency.
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Stool Elastase

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Elastase is an enzyme produced by tissue in the pancreas. The stool elastase test is used to evaluate children and adults for pancreatic insufficiency.
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Cardiac Biomarkers

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Overview of cardiac biomarkers, used to help diagnose acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and cardiac ischemia
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The World of Forensic Laboratory Testing

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Forensic testing is the gathering of data for analysis and for use in legal proceedings, depending on the laws of particular jurisdictions. Learn how forensic testing differs from clinical laboratory testing, including the special training required for lab personnel and unique procedures employed.
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