MDCAT Biology MCQ #2941

A patient with pancreatic insufficiency is unable to digest fats properly. Which enzyme is responsible for fat digestion?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #2941

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A patient with pancreatic insufficiency is unable to digest fats properly. Which enzyme is responsible for fat digestion?

    • A) Amylase
    • B) Lipase
    • C) Trypsin
    • D) Pepsin

    Answer: Lipase

    Explanation: Lipase breaks down fats; Amylase is for carbohydrates, Trypsin and Pepsin are proteases.