Pancreas

Question 1

where is the pancreas located

Answer 1

retroperitoneally, behind the stomach, between the duodenum and spleen.

Question 2

What are the main parts of the pancreas?

Answer 2

Head, uncinate process, neck, body, and tail.

Question 3

What is the main pancreatic duct?

Answer 3

A duct that runs from the tail to the head of the pancreas, transporting digestive enzymes to the duodenum.

Question 4

Which arteries supply blood to the pancreas?

Answer 4

Branches of the splenic artery, gastroduodenal artery, and superior mesenteric artery.

Question 5

How is the pancreas innervated?

Answer 5

Via the vagus and abdominopelvic splanchnic nerves from the celiac and superior mesenteric plexuses.

Question 6

What is the exocrine function of the pancreas?

Answer 6

Secretes digestive enzymes into the duodenum.

Question 7

What is the endocrine function of the pancreas?

Answer 7

Produces hormones like insulin and glucagon to regulate blood sugar levels.