EMBRYOLOGY
ENDOCRINE GLANDS
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Question
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Which of the following has both endocrine and exocrine functions?
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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: -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 is an organ located in the abdomen. It plays an essential role in converting the food we eat into fuel for the body’s cells. The pancreas has two main functions: an exocrine function that helps in digestion and an endocrine function that regulates blood sugar.
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