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.
Calhoun originally was a candidate for President of the United States in the election of 1824. After failing to win the endorsement of the South Carolina legislature, he decided to be a candidate for Vice President.