It is a large gland behind in the stomach that secretes digestive enzymes in the duodenum. Inside the pancreas are Islet of Langerhans. It is considered as an endocrine gland producing various hormones. Pancreas also produce pancreatic enzymes that act as digestive enzyme that assist in digestion and absorption of nutrients in the small intestine. These helps to break macromolecules such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
