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Trypsin

Formal name: Stool trypsin
Related tests: Trypsinogen (IRT), Fecal fat
At A Glance
 
Why get tested?
To screen for cystic fibrosis and pancreatic insufficiency by evaluating pancreas function

When to get tested?
If you or your newborn or infant have symptoms of pancreatic insufficiency or cystic fibrosis such as persistent diarrhea, foul-smelling bulky greasy stools, malnutrition, and vitamin deficiency

Sample required?
A fresh stool sample, uncontaminated with urine

Note: You may be instructed to avoid oral enzymes for 3 days before sample collection.



This article was last reviewed on January 23, 2006.
 
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