Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
16th Edition
ISBN: 9781119662792
Author: Tortora, Gerard J., DERRICKSON, Bryan H.
Publisher: WILEY
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The pancreatic acini and difference in their function from pancreatic islets (islets of Langerhans).

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The pancreas is an accessory digestive organ. It helps in the process of the digestion in the small intestine along with other organs like liver and gallbladder.

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