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How Statin Drugs Affect The Liver?
Lipase is a protein (
This article discusses the test used to measure the amount of the lipase in the blood.
How the test is performed
A blood sample is needed. For information on how this is done, see:
How to prepare for the test
Do not eat for 8 hours before the test.
Your health care provider may ask you to stop taking drugs that may affect the...
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