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What Does this lab Test Result Mean?

Hello everyone, I am Male, 52 Years Old, I have just got this result from the lab; could anyone advice what this phrase means “Pancreatic Elastase     211.2 ugE/g     ugE/g Reference values/Interpetation are: 200 ug elastase/g stool = normal. 100-200 ug elastase/g stool = slight to moderate exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. Test performed at Joli Diagnostic Inc., 1348 North Forest Rd., Williamsville, New York 14221 Collected: 12/07/2016 3:08 PM Resulted: 12/19/2016 8:26 AM Many thanks indeed for your time and help Frank
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Hi,

Based on the history you have shared, it can be due to malabsorption caused by deficiencies of enzymes produced by the pancreas and may be due to pancreatic inflammation etc.

A gastroenterologist review is recommended to correlate clinically with patients well being and suitable measures can be sought.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician

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What Does this lab Test Result Mean?

Hi, Based on the history you have shared, it can be due to malabsorption caused by deficiencies of enzymes produced by the pancreas and may be due to pancreatic inflammation etc. A gastroenterologist review is recommended to correlate clinically with patients well being and suitable measures can be sought. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician