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Functions of Pancreatic Juice

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Functions of pancreatic juice

A digestive juice secreted by pancreas and is the exocrine function of it. Endocrine function is related with secretion of hormones. Has neutralizing action on acidic food coming from gastric region. The various functions are: A) Digestive functions Important role played in digestion of proteins and lipids. Carbohydrates are also acted upon mildly by this … Read more

Gastrointestinal Hormones

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Name of Hormones       Source of secretion Functions (Actions) 1.       Gastrin           G-cells in stomach TG cells in GI tract Islets in fetal pancreas Anterior pituitary Brain   Stimulates gastric secretion and motility. Promotes growth of gastric mucosa. Stimulates release of pancreatic hormones. Stimulates secretion of pancreatic juice. Stimulates secretion of … Read more