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A Lipase is a water-soluble enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of ester bonds in water–insoluble, lipid substrates. Most lipases act at a specific position on the glycerol backbone of a lipid substrate (A1, A2 or A3). In the example of human pancreatic lipase (HPL), which is the main enzyme responsible for breaking down fats in the human digestive system, a lipase acts convert triglyceride substrates found in oils from food to monoglycerides and free fatty acids. ...
... Why get tested?
To diagnose pancreatitis or other pancreatic disease
When to get tested?
If you have symptoms of a pancreatic disorder, such as severe abdominal pain, fever, loss of appetite, or nausea
Sample required?
A blood sample drawn from a vein in the arm
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A computer-generated image of a type of pancreatic lipase (PLRP2) from t ...

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