14.2 Structure And Function Of The Pancreas Flashcards
1
Q
Pancreas two main functions
A
Exocrine gland - produce and release digestive enzymes into the duodenum
Endocrine gland - produce hormones and release into blood
2
Q
3 types of digestive enzymes produced by the pancreas
A
Amylases - break down starch into simple sugars
Proteases - break down proteins into amino acids
Lipases - break down lipids into fatty acids and glycerol
3
Q
What is endocrine tissue in the pancreas called?
A
Islets of Langerhans
4
Q
Islets of Langerhans under microscope
A
Lightly stained
Large spherical clusters
5
Q
Pancreatic acini under microscope
A
Darker stained
Small berry like clusters
6
Q
Cells in islets of Langerhans
A
Alpha cells - produce and secrete glucagon
Beta cells - produce and secrete insulin
7
Q
Which cells are more numerous in an islet?
A
Alpha cells
