If the Pancreatic Duct was Obstructed, You Would Expect to See

Question

If the pancreatic duct was obstructed, you would expect to see elevated blood levels of
A) bilirubin.
B) amylase.
C) cholecystokinin.
D) secretin.
E) gastrin.

Accepted Answer

Amylase is an enzyme produced by the pancreas and salivary glands to help digest carbohydrates. If the pancreatic duct is obstructed, amylase cannot be secreted into the small intestine and may back up into the bloodstream, leading to elevated blood levels.