The hormones secreted by islets of Langerhans are
The hormones secreted by islets of Langerhans are Correct Answer Insulin, Glucagon, Somatostatin
Concept:
- The pancreas is a compound (both exocrine and endocrine) elongated organ situated between the limbs of the ‘C’ shaped duodenum.
- 99% part of the pancreas is exocrine while only 1% part is endocrine
- The exocrine portion (acini cells) secretes an alkaline pancreatic juice containing enzymes and the endocrine portion i.e. the islets of Langerhans secretes hormones insulin, glucagon & Somatostatin
Explanation:
- The Islets of Langerhans are the ductless glands present in the pancreas. They form the endocrine portion of the pancreas.
- The islets of Langerhans has different types of cells like α cells, β cells, and δ-cells the α cells surround the β cells
- Insulin is secreted by the β cells, while α cells secrete glucagon.
- Both insulin & glucagon are very important for sugar metabolism.
- Insulin is released into the bloodstream to lower down blood sugar levels and prevent hyperglycemia.
- Glucagon is released into the bloodstream to prevent blood sugar levels from dropping too low (hypoglycemia)
- The hormone somatostatin is secreted by the δ-cells
- Thus, the hormones secreted by islets of Langerhans are Insulin, Glucagon, Somatostatin
Additional Information
- ACTH stands for adrenocorticotrophic hormone, it is secreted by the pars distalis region (anterior pituitary) of the pituitary gland
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Feb 20, 2025