Endocrine Functions of Pancreas

Pancreas is both an exocrine and an endocrine organ. Pancreatic acini secrete digestive juices while Islets of Langerhans are involved in endocrine functions. Islets of Langerhans  are 1 to 2 million in number and produce insulin, glucagon, somatostatin and pancreatic polypeptide. Islet of Langerhans 4 types of cells are present. These include 1.Alpha cells: constitute ...