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In which part of the abdomen is the pancreas located?
In which part of the abdomen is the pancreas located?
What is the function of the exocrine layer of the pancreas?
What is the function of the exocrine layer of the pancreas?
What type of cells are found in the islets of Langerhans?
What type of cells are found in the islets of Langerhans?
What is the function of the connective tissue layer of the pancreas?
What is the function of the connective tissue layer of the pancreas?
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Which of the following enzymes is NOT produced by the exocrine layer of the pancreas?
Which of the following enzymes is NOT produced by the exocrine layer of the pancreas?
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What is the function of amylase in saliva?
What is the function of amylase in saliva?
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What is the shape of the liver?
What is the shape of the liver?
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What is the function of lingual lipase in saliva?
What is the function of lingual lipase in saliva?
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What are the three types of salivary glands?
What are the three types of salivary glands?
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What is the characteristic of liver capillaries (sinusoids)?
What is the characteristic of liver capillaries (sinusoids)?
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Study Notes
Pancreas
- Located behind the stomach in the abdomen
- Plays a key role in digestion and blood sugar regulation
- Consists of three main histological layers: exocrine, endocrine, and connective tissue
- Exocrine layer contains acinar cells that produce digestive enzymes such as amylase, lipase, and proteases
- Enzymes are released into small ducts, which eventually merge into the main pancreatic duct
- Endocrine layer contains cells called islets of Langerhans, including alpha cells (secreting glucagon), beta cells (secreting insulin), and delta cells (secreting somatostatin)
- Connective tissue layer surrounds and supports the pancreatic lobules, consisting of fibrous tissue and blood vessels that supply nutrients and oxygen to the pancreas
Salivary Glands
- Play an important role in digestion, helping to moisten food
- Saliva contains an enzyme called amylase, which breaks down starches into sugars, and lingual lipase, which breaks down fats
- Consist of three types: Parotid, sublingual, and submandibular glands
- Histology: composed of glandular secretory tissue (parenchyma) and supporting connective tissue (stroma)
- Parenchyma consists of secretory acini, intercalated ducts, and striated ducts
- Ducts are recognizable by their simple cuboidal epithelium, with larger ducts having simple columnar or stratified cuboidal epithelium
Liver
- Located in the upper right-hand portion of the abdominal cavity, protected by the ribcage
- Reddish-brown in color, with a shape generally like a cone or wedge
- Divided into two conventional lobes: right lobe and left lobe
- Histology: composed of hexagon-shaped lobules
- Lobule consists of connective tissue, hepatocytes, and blood vessels
- Blood vessels include hepatic artery branches, portal veins, bile ducts, and central vein
- Liver capillary (sinusoids) are larger than normal capillaries, with irregular shapes and gaps in their walls, allowing for cell transport
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This quiz covers the histologic structures of the liver, pancreas, and salivary glands, including their functions and layers. Prepare to learn about the exocrine, endocrine, and connective tissue layers of the pancreas and more. Test your knowledge of these vital organs!
