ABSTRACT
29 Results of serum trypsin-like immunoreactivity (TLI), pancreatic lipase immunoreactivity (Spec-fPL), serum cobalamin (vitamin B12), and folate (vitamin B6) assays from a group of cats presenting for lethargy, reduced appetite, and weight loss are provided in the table below.
i. State which of these cats is showing a pattern of results most consistent with:
Diffuse small intestinal disease (e.g., lymphoma, IBD)
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Pancreatitis
ii. How do you justify your answers?46
Test Cat A Cat B Cat C Reference Ranges fTLI 22 97 5.5 12–82 µg/L Spec-fPL 8.3 2.2 0 0–3.5 µg/L Cobalamin 385 195 165 290–1500 ng/L Folate 18 7 23 9.7–21.6 µg/L