Pancreas Flashcards
1
Q
Where is the pancreas found?
A
Abdominal cavity
2
Q
Which hormone causes the secretion of hormones in the pancreas?
A
Secretin
3
Q
What does pancreatic juice consist of?
A
Water
Bicarbonate ions
Trysinogen-proteins ro polypeptide
Pepsin- inactive
Lipase- lipids to fatty acids and glycerol
Amylase-startch to maltose
Ribonuclease and deoxynuclease-breaks down RNA and DNA
Enterikonose- activates trypsin
4
Q
What does insulin do?
A
Convert glucose to glycogen
Make cell membrane permeable
Lowers blood sugar
5
Q
What does glucagon do?
A
Convert glycogen to glucose when needed by the body
