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Section 9

The Pancreas

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Boundless Anatomy and Physiology
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Pancreas

The pancreas is a gland organ in the digestive and endocrine systems.

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Anatomy of the Pancreas

The pancreas lies in the epigastrium or upper central region of the abdomen and can vary in shape.

Histology of the Pancreas

The pancreas serves digestive and endocrine functions, and it is composed of two types of tissue: islets of Langerhans and acini.

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Pancreatic Juice

Pancreatic fluid contains digestive enzymes that help to further break down the carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids in the chyme.

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