How to determine pancreatic insufficiency

Pancreatic insufficiency can be judged by blood examination, ultrasound examination, pancreatic enzyme load test, etc.

1. Blood examination

serum amylase and serum lipase are common indicators to judge pancreatic insufficiency, which can reflect the activity level of pancreatic enzymes. At the same time, blood examination can also evaluate the secretion of pancreatic enzymes.

2. Ultrasound examination

can evaluate the structure and function of pancreas, and can observe the size, shape and blood flow of pancreas.

3. Pancreatic enzyme load

test refers to patients eating fatty meals under fasting conditions, and collecting stool samples for analysis within a few hours to evaluate the secretion and activity of pancreatic digestive enzymes.