trypsinogen
/trɪpˈsɪnədʒən/
noun
- A substance produced by the pancreas that is converted into the enzyme trypsin to help digest proteins.
- Doctors measure trypsinogen levels to check for pancreatic problems.
- The pancreas produces trypsinogen in an inactive form to protect itself.
- Trypsinogen is released into the small intestine to aid in digestion.