Pancreas
The pancreas is responsible for producing juices called pancreatic enzymes. These enzymes are able to digest all three major kinds of food. It also produces sodium bicarbonate which neutralizes hydrochloric acid in gastric juices, and is essential for regulating the sugar levels in the blood by producing the hormones glycogen and insulin.
What were looking for:When screening the pancreas, the size, shape, and appearance are important, as well as the detection of any small lesions which could also be a sign of disease.
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Normal Pancreas
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Pancreatic Mass
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