What Is the Normal Range for Lipase Levels?

By Staff WriterLast Updated December 08, 2023

Normal lipase levels for individuals under 60 are between 10 and 140 units per liter, while normal values for individuals over 60 are between 18 and 180 units per liter, according to WebMD. These lipase levels are flexible guidelines, and normal ranges vary from one lab to another.

The blood test for lipase levels provides results in as little as 12 hours, as stated by WebMD. Factors that may affect the test results include being pregnant, ingestion of anticoagulant medications, chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol and having an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatogram. High levels of lipase may indicate pancreatic conditions, gallbladder problems, chronic kidney disease, cancer or drug and alcohol abuse.