LACTOSE INTOLERANCE
\lˈaktə͡ʊz ɪntˈɒləɹəns], \lˈaktəʊz ɪntˈɒləɹəns], \l_ˈa_k_t_əʊ_z ɪ_n_t_ˈɒ_l_ə_ɹ_ə_n_s]\
Definitions of LACTOSE INTOLERANCE
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congenital disorder consisting of an inability to digest milk and milk products; absence or deficiency of lactase results in an inability to hydrolyze lactose
By Princeton University
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congenital disorder consisting of an inability to digest milk and milk products; absence or deficiency of lactase results in an inability to hydrolyze lactose
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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The disease state resulting from the absence of lactase enzyme in the musocal cells of the gastrointestinal tract, and therefore an inability to break down the disaccharide lactose in milk for absorption from the gastrointestinal tract. It is manifested by indigestion of a mild nature to severe diarrhea. It may be due to inborn defect genetically conditioned or may be acquired.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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