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Where is the pancreas of an adult located?

Asked by Sticky_Chicken, Last updated: Apr 14, 2024

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E.Ruth

E.Ruth

E.Ruth
E.Ruth

Answered Feb 19, 2018

Deep in the upper abdomen and is not normally palpable The pancreas is an organ that can be found in the endocrine and digestive system of vertebrates. In the human body, the pancreas is located in the upper abdominal cavity at the back of the stomach. It is about 6 inches in length and is connected to the small intestines (duodenum) through the pancreatic duct.

The pancreas is an important organ in the body. It produces several hormones, such as glucagon, insulin, pancreatic polypeptide, and somatostatin, which is released and circulates in our blood. The pancreas also secretes pancreatic juice which helps in the absorption and digestion of nutrients.

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John Smith

John Smith

John Smith
John Smith

Answered Feb 25, 2017

Deep in the upper adbomen and is not normally palpable
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