The pancreas functions as both an exocrine and endocrine gland. Which hormone is secreted by the islets of Langerhans? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The pancreas functions as both an exocrine and endocrine gland. Which hormone is secreted by the islets of Langerhans?
A. Insulin
B. Gastrin
C. Bile
D. Pepsin
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The endocrine part of the pancreas—the islets of Langerhans—contains β-cells that secrete insulin (lowers blood glucose), α-cells secrete glucagon (raises blood glucose), and δ-cells secrete somatostatin. Exocrine pancreas secretes digestive enzymes (trypsin, lipase, amylase). Pepsin is from stomach, bile from liver, gastrin from stomach. Insulin deficiency causes diabetes mellitus.

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