In this article we will discuss about the meaning and development of pancreas in human body with the help of suitable diagram. Meaning of Pancreas: The pancreas is both an endocrine as well as exocrine gland. It is devoid of distinct connective tissue capsule and is covered by a fine layer of the loose tissue […]
Pancreas: Meaning and Development | Digestive System | Human | Biology
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Phases of Pancreatic Secretion | Digestive System | Human | Biology
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On closer study it is found that pancreatic secretion consists of two phases: 1. Nervous Phase 2. Chemical Phase. 1. Nervous Phase: Pancreatic secretion starts 1—2 minutes after taking food. When the vagi are cut, the secretion is abolished. This proves that the initial phase of pancreatic secretion is a reflex response. The stimulus for […]
Hormones Secreted by Islets Cells | Hormones | Pancreas | Endocrinology
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The following points highlight the two important hormones secreted by islets cells. The hormones are: 1. Insulin 2. Glucagon. Hormone # 1. Insulin: It is the active principle of the islets cells. It is albumin in nature having a molecular weight of 35,000. It is hydrolyzed by proteolytic enzymes, hence is not effective orally. It […]
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