Question

Explain in detail:

Pancreas

Answer 1

• Location: This elongated organ is located in the abdominal cavity behind the stomach, nestled inside the loop of the duodenum, and is classified as a Heterocrine (mixed) gland.
• Secreted Hormones: Its endocrine clusters, called the Islets of Langerhans, contain alpha cells that secrete Glucagon and beta cells that secrete Insulin.
• Main Functions: Insulin lowers blood glucose levels by converting glucose into glycogen, while Glucagon raises blood glucose levels by breaking down stored glycogen when needed.
• Disorders: The hyposecretion or deficiency of insulin leads to a widespread metabolic disorder known as Diabetes Mellitus.