Multiple Choice
Which gland has both endocrine (hormone-secreting) and exocrine (digestive enzyme-secreting) functions?
1
views
23. The Digestive System
Pancreas
Struggling with Anatomy & Physiology?
Join thousands of students who trust us to help them ace their exams!Watch the first videoMultiple Choice
Which hormone is released by the pancreas?
A
Insulin
B
Thyroxine (T4)
C
Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
D
Erythropoietin (EPO)
Verified step by step guidance1
Identify the function and origin of each hormone listed in the options to determine which one is released by the pancreas.
Understand that Insulin is a hormone responsible for lowering blood glucose levels and is produced by the beta cells of the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas.
Recognize that Thyroxine (T4) is produced by the thyroid gland and regulates metabolism, so it is not released by the pancreas.
Know that Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) is secreted by the posterior pituitary gland and helps regulate water balance in the body, not the pancreas.
Recall that Erythropoietin (EPO) is produced mainly by the kidneys and stimulates red blood cell production, so it is not released by the pancreas.
Related Videos
Related Practice
