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What causes elevated lipase, amylase, transaminases (x 2-15) in the presence of normal liver and pancreas on ct? i have phpt and unid. adrenal tumor.

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Dr. Amy Deeken
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Gallstones: Gallstones or bile duct narrowing/strictures can cause laboratory findings like that. Some stones are too small to see on ct scans, but still can cause problems in you pancreas and biliary system.
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