What do the results mean?If your results show a low amount of elastase, it probably means you have pancreatic insufficiency. Your provider will probably order more tests to diagnose the cause of the insufficiency. These tests may include:Blood tests to measure levels of pancreatic enzymesImaging tests to look at the pancreas and surrounding organsYour child's health care provider may order different types of tests to help diagnose cystic fibrosis or Shwachman-Diamond syndrome.If you have questions about your results, talk to your health care provider.Learn more about laboratory tests, reference ranges, and understanding results.
