CONNECTIVE TISSUE GLAND
ENDOCRINE
Question
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Which gland is considered both endocrine and exocrine?
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testes
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ovaries
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pancreas
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adrenal
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Explanation:
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. As an exocrine gland, it secretes pancreatic fluid that contains bicarbonate and digestive enzymes.
Detailed explanation-2: -Your liver and pancreas are exocrine glands too. Your liver secretes bile through ducts into your gastrointestinal tract. Your pancreas secretes pancreatic juices through ducts into your gastrointestinal tract. But your liver and pancreas are also considered endocrine glands.
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