Pancrease

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It is a glandular organ in the digestive system and endocrine system of vertebrates. In human, It is an endocrine gland producing several important h/ hormones, including insulin, glucagon, somatostatin, and pancreatic polypeptide. It plays an essential role in converting the food into fuel for the body cells. The pancreas has two main functions: an exocrine function that helps in digestion and an endocrine function that regulates blood sugar.

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