Because lipase levels remain elevated longer than amylase and its sensitivity in acute alcoholic pancreatitis is increased, serum lipase may be a more reliable test than serum amylase for the initial diagnosis of acute pancreatitis.
The name Calhoun is a Gaelic baby name. In Gaelic the meaning of the name Calhoun is: From the narrow forest. Irish Meaning: The name Calhoun is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Calhoun is: From the narrow forest. Surname.
John C. Calhoun was an American congressman, secretary of war, seventh vice president, senator and secretary of state. He championed states' rights and slavery.