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Pancreas are referred to as exo-endocrine gland.

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The pancreas is referred to as exo-endocrine glad as it releases both enzymes and hormones. It is an endocrine gland as it produces many hormones like insulin, glucagon, somatostatin, and pancreatic polypeptides which are directly poured into the blood. It is also a digestive organ. It secretes pancreatic juice that help in digestion and absorption of nutrients.

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