Lipid Panel

This group of tests measures the amount of cholesterol and other fats in your blood.

Lipase

This test measures the amount of lipase in your blood. Lipase is an enzyme that is made by your pancreas. Higher levels may mean you have a problem with your pancreas.

Adult Lead (Blood)

This test measures the levels of lead in your blood. You may be exposed to lead on your job or through lead-based paint used in your home.

Lead (Blood)

This test measures the amount of lead in your child's blood. High levels of lead in the blood can be toxic.

LDL Cholesterol

This test measures the amount of LDL cholesterol in your blood. It may be done as part of a routine exam for high cholesterol.

Lactose Tolerance (Blood)

This test tells whether your body is able to break down lactose, a sugar found in milk and other dairy products. If you can't digest lactose, you have lactose intolerance.

Lactate Dehydrogenase (Blood)

This test looks at how much of the enzyme LDH you have in your blood. Higher levels of this substance could mean you've had a heart attack or other tissue damage.

Lactate Dehydrogenase Isoenzymes

This test measures different isoenzymes in your blood. You may need this test if your health care provider wants to see if you have a blood disorder or tissue damage.

Lactate Dehydrogenase (CSF)

This test measures the amount of an enzyme in your cerebrospinal fluid. The test can help diagnose diseases and conditions that affect your central nervous system.