information about the pancreas

1. The
PANCREAS

2. TABLE OF CONTENTS
About the pancreas
Physiology of the Pancreas
03
Anatomy of The Pancreas
02
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3. ABOUT THE
pancreas
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4. ABOUT THE PANCREAS
Known as the dual function organ, the Pancreas is
responsible for aiding in digestion and releasing hormones
The Pancreas is an organ and a gland
The organ is positioned posteriorly to the stomach and is
approximately 15 cm in length (about the length of your
hand)
It is divided into a head, neck, body and tail portions
People can live without having a Pancreas but must
supplement the

5. Anatomy of the Pancreas

6. Physiology of
the Pancreas
An exocrine gland runs the length of your
pancreas. It produces enzymes that help to
break down food (digestion)
The endocrine glands in your pancreas
release hormones that control blood sugar
(glucose). These hormones are:

7. Quiz
Approximately, how long is the Pancreas in the body?
A. 5 cm
B. 10 cm
C. 15 in
D. 15 cm

8. Quiz
What scan plane is used to view the
Pancreas in the image? Why?