When we eat food, it is broken down and used as a source of fuel and energy for all the processes that happen in our body. This is called digestion. Lots of organs, tissues and muscles are involved in the digestion process. If there is an issue with any of these, it can affect the digestion process as well. The most critical organ associated with digestion is the pancreas.

The two most important functions performed by the pancreas are –

• secretion of fluids to break down food in the small intestine

• production of insulin to carry sugar from the bloodstream and turn it into energy

To complete these functions, two enzymes called amylase and lipase are produced in the pancreas. These enzymes help break down food and aid digestion. When there is an issue with the pancreas, there is an imbalance in the production of these enzymes which affects the digestion process. People might experience symptoms such as loss of appetite, nausea, fever and abdominal pain.

Hence, it is essential to get regular amylase and lipase tests done.

TESTS

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Lipase, Serum

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