ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which accessory organ makes insulin to help regulate blood sugar?
A
Large intestine
B
Pancreas
C
Liver
D
Gallbladder
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The pancreas has key roles in maintaining normal blood glucose levels by producing and releasing insulin and glucagon.

Detailed explanation-2: -Tucked away behind the stomach is an organ called the pancreas, which produces insulin. Insulin production is regulated based on blood sugar levels and other hormones in the body. In a healthy individual, insulin production and release is a tightly regulated process, allowing the body to balance its metabolic needs.

Detailed explanation-3: -The endocrine cells of the pancreas Groups of endocrine cells are found throughout the pancreas. They are called islets of Langerhans because they are scattered like small islands (“islets”) and were discovered by the pathologist Paul Langerhans. These groups of cells produce insulin, glucagon and other hormones.

Detailed explanation-4: -During digestion, your pancreas makes pancreatic juices called enzymes. These enzymes break down sugars, fats, and starches. Your pancreas also helps your digestive system by making hormones. These are chemical messengers that travel through your blood.

Detailed explanation-5: -Exercises, stress reduction, weight loss, and detoxification are some of the lifestyle modifications that you can bring into your life. These help in stimulating the function of beta cells of the pancreas to increase the production of insulin.

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