NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the enzyme contained in the saliva?
A
Amylase
B
Pepsine
C
Hydrochloride acid
D
Lipase
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Salivary amylase is a glucose-polymer cleavage enzyme that is produced by the salivary glands. It comprises a small portion of the total amylase excreted, which is mostly made by the pancreas.

Detailed explanation-2: -Enzyme present in human saliva is Salivary Amylase.

Detailed explanation-3: -Ptyalin is the starch hydrolyzing enzyme secreted by salivary glands in human beings. It is also called as salivary amylase.

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