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Pancreatic Elastase

Alternate Names
Elastase, Pancreatic Elastase 1, PANE, Faecal Elastase
Ordering Information
Please note: This service is not Medicare rebatable and patients may be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $50.00
Fee above is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory for up-to date cost.
Laboratory
Biochemistry
Specimen
Faeces
Container
Faecal Pot (Brown topped)
Minimum Adult Volume
1g
Minimum Paediatric Volume
None
Frequency
As required
Reference Interval
 Reference Interval (µg/g)
< 200  Normal
100 - 200 Mild to moderate exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
< 100 Severe exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Test Code
FEPEL
Container ID
CB, CBS
Storage Instructions
Store at 4°C
Transport Instructions
Transport at 4°C
Additional Transport Instruction

Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions

  • Transport to the Heidelberg laboratory at 4°C. 
  • If >7 days, transport frozen.