The Pancreas
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Which organ is located behind the stomach and is surrounded by organs such as the small intestine, liver, and spleen?

  • Stomach
  • Liver
  • Spleen
  • Pancreas (correct)

    • What is the function of the exocrine component of the pancreas?

  • Produce enzymes important to digestion (correct)
  • Create and release important hormones directly into the bloodstream
  • Produce hormones
  • Break down fats

    • Which type of cell in the pancreas produces insulin?

  • Beta cell (correct)
  • Alpha cell
  • F cell
  • Delta cell

    • What is the function of the delta cell in the pancreas?

    <p>Produce somatostatin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is diabetes mellitus?

    <p>A metabolic disorder associated with chronic hyperglycemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is produced by the alpha cells in the pancreas?

    <p>Glucagon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down fats in the digestive process?

    <p>Lipase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the pancreatic polypeptide (PP) cell in the pancreas?

    <p>Produce pancreatic polypeptide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the endocrine component of the pancreas?

    <p>Regulate blood sugar levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas?

    <p>Produce hormones for carbohydrate metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

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