(anatomy) A gland near the stomach which secretes a fluid into the duodenum to help with food digestion. The fluid contains protease, carbohydrase and lipase, which breaks down larger molecules into smaller pieces. The pancreas also produces the hormones insulin and glucagon which regulate blood sugar. These hormones are released into the cardiovascular system.

plural of pancreas / plural of pancrease

(biochemistry) Any of several digestive enzymes found in the pancreas

An oligopeptide, present in the porcine pancreas, that regulates pancreatic secretion