Question

Choose the correct statement.
A) The anterior surface of the pancreas faces the front of the abdomen.
B) Pancreas drain enzymes through the ampulla of Vater into the duodenum.
C) Lighter-staining cells of pancreas form clusters called acini

• A. Only A
• B. Only C
• C. Both A and B
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C Both A and B

• The pancreas is a compound (both exocrine and endocrine) elongated organ situated between the limbs of the ‘U’ shaped duodenum in the abdomen behind the stomach.
• The anterior surface of the pancreas faces the front of the abdomen.
  
• Pancreas drain pancreatic enzymes through the ampulla of Vater into the duodenum. The ampulla of Vater is located where the bile duct and pancreatic duct join and empty into the duodenum.
• Lighter-staining cells of the pancreas which form clusters are called Islets of Langerhans. These cells secrete hormones such as insulin and glucagon.
  
• So, the correct answer is 'Both A and B'.