The Alimentary Canal: The Pancreas (Leaving Cert Biology): Flashcards

Endocrine and exocrine

Secretes insulin into bloodstream to regulate blood sugar

Produces digestive enzymes released into duodenum

Glands that release products into ducts or tubes

Ductless glands that release hormones into bloodstream

Pancreatic amylase and pancreatic lipase

Converts starch into maltose

Breaks down fats into fatty acids and glycerol

37°C (body temperature)

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Islets of Langerhans