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Q · Endocrine and Exocrine GlandsMedium · 45s
Which gland is both endocrine and exocrine in function?
TopicEndocrine and Exocrine Glands
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The pancreas is a mixed gland. It has exocrine functions (secreting digestive enzymes into the duodenum) and endocrine functions (secreting insulin and glucagon into the blood).
Final Answer: Option C - Pancreas