BASIC BIOICHEMISTRY, Page 7

The lipase test is a blood test that measures the level of lipase, an enzyme produced by the pancreas.

The Lp(a) test measures the level of lipoprotein(a) in the blood, which is a specific type of lipoprotein similar to LDL cholesterol.

The magnesium test is a blood test that measures the level of magnesium in the blood.

This blood test detects antibodies against myeloperoxidase (MPO), an enzyme found in neutrophils.

The myoglobin test measures the level of this protein in blood or urine, helping to detect muscle damage, such as a heart attack or muscle trauma.

Osteocalcin is a bone-bound protein synthesized by osteoblasts during the bone formation process. Its measurement in blood is used to assess bone metabolism, particularly the...

P1NP (Procollagen Type 1 N-Terminal Propeptide) is a bone formation marker produced during the synthesis of Type I collagen, the primary component of bone mass....

A pancreatic amylase blood test is used to assess pancreatic function.

The Parvovirus IgG, IgM test detects the presence of antibodies against the Parvovirus B19, which causes fifth disease (erythema infectiosum) and other infections.

The phosphorus test is a blood test that measures the level of phosphorus in the blood.

The potassium test is a blood test that measures the level of potassium in the blood.

This blood test detects antibodies against Proteinase 3 (PR3), an enzyme found in neutrophils.