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Which organ is the pancreas connected to via the common bile duct?
Which organ is the pancreas connected to via the common bile duct?
- Stomach
- Spleen
- Gallbladder (correct)
- Liver
What percentage of the pancreas is responsible for its endocrine function?
What percentage of the pancreas is responsible for its endocrine function?
- Approximately 10%
- Around 5%
- More than 15%
- Less than 1% (correct)
What does the term 'exocrine' refer to in relation to the pancreas?
What does the term 'exocrine' refer to in relation to the pancreas?
- Substances being excreted into the bloodstream
- Substances being excreted through a duct (correct)
- Substances being excreted through the gallbladder
- Substances being excreted into the small intestine
Which type of endocrine cell secretes the hormone glucagon?
Which type of endocrine cell secretes the hormone glucagon?
Which type of endocrine cell secretes the hormone insulin?
Which type of endocrine cell secretes the hormone insulin?
Which type of endocrine cell secretes the hormone somatostatin?
Which type of endocrine cell secretes the hormone somatostatin?
Which type of endocrine cell is responsible for promoting the movement of glucose, proteins, and lipids out of the blood and into tissues, thus lowering blood sugar levels?
Which type of endocrine cell is responsible for promoting the movement of glucose, proteins, and lipids out of the blood and into tissues, thus lowering blood sugar levels?
Which type of endocrine cell is responsible for inhibiting the secretion of glucagon, insulin, and pancreatic polypeptide?
Which type of endocrine cell is responsible for inhibiting the secretion of glucagon, insulin, and pancreatic polypeptide?
Which type of endocrine cell secretes the hormone ghrelin, which stimulates the hypothalamus to boost appetite?
Which type of endocrine cell secretes the hormone ghrelin, which stimulates the hypothalamus to boost appetite?
Which organ is located between the small intestine and the spleen within the abdominal cavity?
Which organ is located between the small intestine and the spleen within the abdominal cavity?
What is the function of the common bile duct in relation to the pancreas?
What is the function of the common bile duct in relation to the pancreas?
What are the two different functions of the pancreas called?
What are the two different functions of the pancreas called?
Which organ is responsible for the exocrine function of the pancreas?
Which organ is responsible for the exocrine function of the pancreas?
What is the shape of the head of the pancreas?
What is the shape of the head of the pancreas?
Which organ is the pancreas directly connected to via the common bile duct?
Which organ is the pancreas directly connected to via the common bile duct?
Which hormone is responsible for increasing blood sugar levels by breaking down glycogen in the liver and stimulating gluconeogenesis?
Which hormone is responsible for increasing blood sugar levels by breaking down glycogen in the liver and stimulating gluconeogenesis?
Which hormone promotes the movement of glucose, proteins, and lipids out of the blood and into tissues, thus lowering blood sugar levels?
Which hormone promotes the movement of glucose, proteins, and lipids out of the blood and into tissues, thus lowering blood sugar levels?
Which hormone inhibits the secretion of glucagon, insulin, and pancreatic polypeptide?
Which hormone inhibits the secretion of glucagon, insulin, and pancreatic polypeptide?
Flashcards
Pancreas connection
Pancreas connection
The pancreas is connected to the gallbladder via the common bile duct.
Endocrine function %
Endocrine function %
Less than 1% of the pancreas is responsible for its endocrine function, which involves the production of hormones.
Exocrine in pancreas
Exocrine in pancreas
The term 'exocrine' refers to the pancreas secreting substances through a duct, specifically digestive enzymes into the small intestine.
Glucagon secreting cell
Glucagon secreting cell
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Insulin secreting cell
Insulin secreting cell
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Somatostatin secreting cell
Somatostatin secreting cell
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Beta cell function
Beta cell function
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Delta cell function
Delta cell function
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Ghrelin secreting cell
Ghrelin secreting cell
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Pancreas location
Pancreas location
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Common bile duct function
Common bile duct function
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Pancreas functions
Pancreas functions
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Exocrine pancreas function
Exocrine pancreas function
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Pancreas head shape
Pancreas head shape
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Pancreas direct connection
Pancreas direct connection
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Glucagon function
Glucagon function
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Insulin function
Insulin function
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Somatostatin function
Somatostatin function
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Study Notes
Pancreas Structure and Function
- The pancreas is connected to the liver via the common bile duct.
- The pancreas has two main functions: exocrine and endocrine, with only 1-2% responsible for its endocrine function.
- The exocrine function refers to the secretion of digestive enzymes into the small intestine.
Endocrine Cells and Hormones
- Alpha cells secrete the hormone glucagon, which increases blood sugar levels.
- Beta cells secrete the hormone insulin, which promotes the movement of glucose, proteins, and lipids out of the blood and into tissues, thus lowering blood sugar levels.
- Delta cells secrete the hormone somatostatin, which inhibits the secretion of glucagon, insulin, and pancreatic polypeptide.
- epsilon cells secrete the hormone ghrelin, which stimulates the hypothalamus to boost appetite.
Pancreas Location and Connection
- The pancreas is located between the small intestine and the spleen within the abdominal cavity.
- The pancreas is directly connected to the small intestine via the common bile duct.
- The common bile duct allows the pancreas to secrete digestive enzymes into the small intestine.
Pancreas Shape
- The head of the pancreas is shaped like a hook.
Functions of Hormones
- Glucagon increases blood sugar levels by breaking down glycogen in the liver and stimulating gluconeogenesis.
- Insulin promotes the movement of glucose, proteins, and lipids out of the blood and into tissues, thus lowering blood sugar levels.
- Somatostatin inhibits the secretion of glucagon, insulin, and pancreatic polypeptide.
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Test your knowledge about the anatomy and function of the pancreas with this quiz. Learn about its structure, location, and its role in digestion. Challenge yourself and expand your understanding of this vital organ.
