The pancreas has a dual function: the non-endocrine portion aids digestion, while the endocrine portion secretes hormones like insulin and glucagon into the blood for homeostasis.
Die Bauchspeicheldrüse hat eine doppelte Funktion: Der nicht-endokrine Teil dient der Verdauung, während der endokrine Teil Hormone wie Insulin und Glukagon zur Homöostase ins Blut abgibt.
| Front | pancreas |
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| Back | A gland with the following dual functions: The nonendocrine portion functions in digestion, secreting enzymes and an alkaline solution into the small intestine via a duct; the ductless endocrine portion functions in homeostasis, secreting the hormones insulin and glucagon into the blood. |
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