Which organ in human body produces enzyme lipase?

Option 4 : Pancreas

Concept:

• Lipase is an enzyme that splits fats so the intestines can absorb them.
• Lipase hydrolyses fats like triglycerides into their component fatty acid and glycerol molecules.
• It is secreted by Pancreas.
• Pancreas is a composite gland which acts as both exocrine glands (contains exocrine cells ) and endocrine gland(contains endocrine cells).
  • Endocrine glands secrete chemical substances into the bloodstream or tissues of the body.
  • Exocrine glands secrete substances onto an epithelial surface by way of a duct.