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Veterinary analysis

Did you know that Lipase & Amylase are key digestive enzymes in dog and cat metabolism?

Measurement of Lipase and Amylase can help to evaluate patients' pancreatic function and gastrointestinal health.

Lipase & Amylase

Lipase: is an enzyme produced mainly in the pancreas and salivary glands of dogs and cats.

Function: breakdown of lipids into fatty acids and glycerol, facilitating their absorption in the small intestine.

Amylase: an enzyme found in the saliva and pancreas of dogs and cats.

Function: breakdown of carbohydrates such as starch and glycogen into simple sugars such as glucose.

Measurement of these parameters in blood or serum is important to assess pancreatic function, as well as the gastrointestinal health of the animals.

Dogs

Lipase (U/L): 100-500
Amylase (U/L): 370-1500

Cats

Lipase (U/L): 10-200
Amylase (U/L): 500-1600

What does 'high levels' mean?

High Lipase levels may indicate pancreatitis or intestinal disorders/High Amylase levels may be associated with pancreatitis, bile duct obstruction, or renal disease.

A balanced diet (avoiding excessive consumption of fatty or carbohydrate-rich foods) is recommended to prevent gastrointestinal and pancreatic disorders that may affect Lipase
and Amylase levels.

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