Translations for lactase in the English»French Dictionary (Go to French»English)

lactase [Brit ˈlakteɪz, Am ˈlækteɪs] N

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The lactase enzyme has two active sites which break down lactose. en.wikipedia.org

After weaning, or the transition from being breast-fed to consuming other types of food, their ability to produce lactase naturally diminishes as it is no longer needed. en.wikipedia.org

The production of the enzyme lactase declines significantly after weaning in all mammals. en.wikipedia.org

Modern techniques have enabled a bedside test, identifying presence of lactase enzyme on upper gastrointestinal endoscopy instruments. en.wikipedia.org

In either case, symptoms are caused by insufficient levels of lactase in the lining of the duodenum. en.wikipedia.org

While nearly all humans can normally digest lactose for the first 5 to 7 years of their life, most mammals stop producing lactase much earlier. en.wikipedia.org

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