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Amylase is an enzyme that helps break down carbohydrates, specifically starches, into simpler sugars like maltose and glucose. It is produced primarily in the salivary glands and the pancreas, playing a crucial role in digestion. There are two main types of amylase: salivary amylase (or ptyalin), which starts the digestion process in the mouth, and pancreatic amylase, which continues the process in the small intestine. Amylase levels can be measured in blood or urine for diagnostic purposes, particularly in conditions related to the pancreas.

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