pancreatitis

Question 1

what is the function of the pancreas?

Answer 1

• exocrine function enzyme release from gland via pancreatic duct into the duodenum for digestion .
  -endocrine function hormone release to control blood sugar
  -The islets of Langerhans are tiny clusters of cells in the pancreas that contain alpha cells that produce glucagon and beta cells produce insulin.

Question 2

what is the gastrointestinal function of the pancreas?

Answer 2

produces digestive enzymes such as:
-pancreatic protease such as trypsin and chymotrypsin which help break down protein
-pancreatic amylase which help break down sugar (carbohydrates)
-Pancreatic lipase which help break down fat