lipase

• Ein Verdauungsenzym, das Fette in Fettsäuren und Glycerin spaltet, damit sie vom Körper aufgenommen werden können. Es wird unter anderem in der Bauchspeicheldrüse gebildet.

An enzyme produced in the digestive system that breaks down fats into fatty acids for absorption into the bloodstream.

1. Digestive enzymeB2formal

   An enzyme produced in the digestive system that breaks down dietary fats into fatty acids so they can be absorbed into the bloodstream.

   Lipase

   • The pancreas releases lipase into the small intestine to help digest fats.
   • A blood test can measure the level of lipase to detect pancreatic disorders.
   • Lipase deficiency may lead to malabsorption of fatty foods.
   • Chewing food thoroughly aids the action of lipase from the mouth.