An amylase blood test measures the amount of amylase in a person’s blood. Abnormal levels of amylase may indicate pancreatitis or another problem with the pancreas. Amylase is a digestive enzyme that ...

Within the past year on the Third (Boston University) Surgical Service at the Boston City Hospital we have seen 2 cases of acute mechanical small-bowel obstruction with serum amylase values in the ...

When evaluating how animals use enrichment devices that are designed to be gnawed or chewed, it can be difficult to accurately assess if the animal has engaged in the intended behavior. Examination of ...