Why pancreas is known as the heterocrine gland?

Open in App

Solution

Heterocrine organs are those organs which have both exocrine and endocrine part. The pancreas is called a heterochrony organ since it secretes the hormone insulin into the blood which is an endocrine capacity and chemicals into stomach related tract which is an exocrine capacity.

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

Q. Why is pancreas known as the mixed gland?

Q. Assertion :Acini of pancreas release three major enzymes and Islet of Langerhans two important hormones. Reason: Pancreas, the second largest gland is a heterocrine gland.

Q. Assertion :Pancreas is a heterocrine gland. Reason: Endocrine part secretes insulin and glucagon and exocrine part secretes an acidic pancreatic juice containing enzymes.

Q. A heterocrine gland is one which

Regarding the assertion and reason; choose the correct option.
Assertion [A]: The second largest gland in our body is the pancreas
Reason [R]: It is also called a mixed (heterocrine) as it has both exocrine and endocrine parts in it.

Join BYJU'S Learning Program