EPI is associated with certain diseases and conditions that affect the pancreas Some of these diseases you are born with, like cystic fibrosis, while others may occur Read MoreTest Usage Pancreatic elastase (PE) is not degraded during intestinal transit and the concentration of PE in a stool sample reflects exocrine pancreatic function This assay allows the diagnosis or exclusion of pancreatic exocrine insufficiency, which can be caused by chronic pancreatitis, cystic fibrosis, pancreatic tumor, cholelithiasis orDr Rudert answers questions on this often misdiagnosed disorder What are the symptoms of EPI (Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency)?
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