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My lipase level is 92 u/l. the lab says normal is 11-82. just had vsg surgery. why is this happening & is this dangerous or life threatening?
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Not: "life threatening" but may indicate a prior (mild) pancreatitis. Hope this is helpful Dr Z
Answered 9/27/2017
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