ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which one of the following is not produced in the pancreas?
A
Lipase
B
Pepsin
C
Trypsin
D
Insulin
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Pepsin in not present in pancreatic juice . It is secreted by the peptic cells of the stomach.

Detailed explanation-2: -Pepsin is secreted in the stomach by peptic cells in its inactive form-pepsinogen. Pepsinogen gets activated by the hydrochloric acid present in the stomach. Similarly, Trypsin is secreted by the pancreas in its inactive form-Trysogen.

Detailed explanation-3: -The correct answer is option (C) i.e, Renin.

Detailed explanation-4: -Pepsin and trypsin are important digestive enzymes secreted respectively by the stomach and pancreas.

Detailed explanation-5: -Lipase. This enzyme works together with bile, which your liver produces, to break down fat in your diet. Protease. This enzyme breaks down proteins in your diet. Amylase. This enzyme helps break down starches into sugar, which your body can use for energy.

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