Anylase Flashcards
1
Q
Amylase splits starch to
A
Maltose
2
Q
Amylase is activated by
A
Calcium and chloride ions
3
Q
Amylase is produced by
A
Pancreas
Salivary gland
4
Q
Serum value of amylase is
A
50-120 U/L
5
Q
Amylase is increased in
A
Acute pancreatitis
6
Q
Peak value is seen in —— hrs
Returns to normal after
A
5-12 hrs
2-4 days
7
Q
Moderate increase of amylase in serum are seen In
A
Chronic pancreatitis
Mumps (parotitis)
Obstruction of pancreatic duct
8
Q
Ref value of amylase in Urine is less than
A
375 U/L
9
Q
Amylase in Urine is elevated for
A
7-10 days
