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Give the exact location of the following gland-

Islets of Langerhans.


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Structure and function of Islets of Langerhans

  1. The islets of Langerhans are formed by clusters of alpha, beta, and delta cells.
  2. These are endocrine cells that secrete glucagon, insulin, and somatostatin respectively.

Location of Islets of Langerhans

  1. The islets of Langerhans are small endocrine patches located in the pancreas.

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