EMBRYOLOGY
ENDOCRINE GLANDS
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Question
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Which of the following has both endocrine and exocrine functions (it is a “mixed” gland)?
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pancreas
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anterior pituitary gland
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liver
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thyroid gland
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Since the pancreas has both endocrine and exocrine functions, it is therefore a mixed gland. Its endocrine secretions are the hormones insulin and glucagon.
Detailed explanation-2: -mixed gland is a gland which has both endocrine and exocrine functions. The exocrine component has ducts, through which its secretions pass. The pancreas is a gland with both endocrine (insulin production) and exocrine (production of digestive enzymes) functions.
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