Which of the following statements concerning the pancreas is true?

A. The endocrine portion of the gland is called the zona reticularis.
B. The pancreas is located above the liver.
C. Alpha and beta cells are associated with the acini.
D. Most of the hormones produced by the pancreas flow into the pancreatic duct.
E. Both glucagon and insulin are produced in the pancreatic islets.


Answer: E

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