Question

Why is the pancreas considered part of the immune system

Answer 1

The pancreas is a glandular organ in the upper abdomen, but really it serves as two glands in one: a digestive exocrine gland and a hormone-producing endocrine gland. Functioning as an exocrine gland, the pancreas excretes enzymes to break down the proteins,lipids,carbohydrates,and nucleic acids in food.

Answer 2

The pancreas is composed of exocrine and endocrine tissue . It is apart of the endocrine system as it secretes digestive enzymes