ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -The pancreas is an abdominal organ possessing both endocrine and exocrine functions. It produces a variety of hormones that mostly pertain to regulating blood sugar levels.

Detailed explanation-2: -The pancreas has both an endocrine and an exocrine function.

Detailed explanation-3: -The pancreas is referred to as exo-endocrine glad as it releases both enzymes and hormones. It is an endocrine gland as it produces many hormones like insulin, glucagon, somatostatin, and pancreatic polypeptides which are directly poured into the blood. It is also a digestive organ.

Detailed explanation-4: -It does this by secreting a fluid that contains digestive enzymes into the duodenum, the first part of the small intestine that receives food from the stomach. These enzymes help to break down carbohydrates, proteins and lipids (fats). This role is called the “exocrine” role of the pancreas.