Why do I need a stool elastase test?You may need a stool elastase test if you or your child has symptoms of pancreatic insufficiency. These include:Abdominal painSmelly, greasy stoolsMalabsorption, a disorder that affects your ability to digest and absorb nutrients from food. It can cause malnutrition, a condition in which your body does not get the calories, vitamins, and/or minerals needed for good health.Losing weight without trying. In children, this can delay growth and development.
