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Diagnosis of Acute Pancreatitis

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Pancreatitis

Part of the book series: Topics in Gastroenterology ((PEPE,volume 2))

Abstract

Alpha amylase is an enzyme that splits the α-1, 4-glycosidic bonds of starch. Its optimal pH is 6.9. Its molecular weight is approximately 50,000. Chloride is required for optimal enzyme activity. Calcium is an integral part of the enzyme.

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  1. Tufts University School of Medicine, USA

    Peter A. Banks M.D. (Associate Professor of Medicine, Chief of Gastroenterology, Lecturer in Medicine, Assistant Physician)

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    Peter A. Banks M.D. (Associate Professor of Medicine, Chief of Gastroenterology, Lecturer in Medicine, Assistant Physician)

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    Peter A. Banks M.D. (Associate Professor of Medicine, Chief of Gastroenterology, Lecturer in Medicine, Assistant Physician)

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    Peter A. Banks M.D. (Associate Professor of Medicine, Chief of Gastroenterology, Lecturer in Medicine, Assistant Physician)

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Banks, P.A. (1979). Diagnosis of Acute Pancreatitis. In: Pancreatitis. Topics in Gastroenterology, vol 2. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4613-2907-7_6

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