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The pancreas is divided into lobules consisting of acini (exocrine secreting glands). Two primary functions of the acini are: hydrolytic enzymes which break down fats, proteins, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids - bicarbonate secretions which helps maintain neutral intraluminal pH.
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Where do the products of the pancreas and liver and gallbladder get released into?
They secrete their products into the duodenum of the small intestine.
Into which part of the alimentary canal does the pancreas secrete pancreatic juice?
The duodenum which is part of the small intestine.
What neutralizes acid chyme when it enters the duodenum?
the gland cells secrete mucus, which neutralises the acidity of the chyme produced by the stomach
How is the new pancreas and duodenum connected during a pancreas transplantation?
The new pancreas and duodenum are then connected to the patient's duodenum, and the blood vessels are sutured together to restore blood flow to the new pancreas.
The pancreas secretes what?
insulin it also secretes enzymes, for digestion, and aqueous bicarbonate to neutralize acids. you can go to the answer for "what does pancreas secrete?" for more in depth info. Mainly pancreas secrete pancreatic juices that contains enzyme which is used speed up the chemical reaction taking place.
What substances are secreted by the pancreas into the duodenum?
Acid chyme (nutrient broth from food) enters from the stomach. Protein digesting enzymes enter, but in an inactive form. Pancreatic proteases become activated here. And several digestive enzymes go into the lumen of the duodenum.
Explain Why the duodenum is vital to digest?
The duodenum is the first part of the intestine; it is the place that the stomach empties it's contents into. Along with that, the duodenum is an essential digestion site. The pancreas, liver and gallbladder all secrete important digestive enzymes into the duodenum. The enzymes digest fats, proteins and fats. Much activity goes on in the duodenum, which is why the duodenum is so crucial for digestion.
What is the purpose of replacing the duodenum during a pancreas transplantation?
Replacing the duodenum allows the pancreas to drain into the gastrointestinal system.
Can someone survive without a duodenum?
Possibly, although there would be significant medical challenges for the rest of the person's life. The duodenum is where a lot of initial digestion takes place, and is where the exocrine pancreas and the liver secrete digestive enzymes into the digestive tract.
Do females have a pancreas?
Yes, both men and women have a pancreas, in fact, all mammals do. The pancreas is needed to produce insulin and secrete digestive enzymes.
What do the digestive secretions from the liver and pancreas empty into?
they don't empty anything- they only secrete liquids that help digest into the small intestine.
Does pancreas secrete insulin?
Yes.
