PANCREAS

a large, elongated gland situated behind the stomach and secreting a digestive juice into the small intestine: groups of cells in the pancreas produce the hormone insulin (a protein hormone which helps the body use sugar and other carbohydrates). —Self Analysis Glossary Final approval 12.3.90, —Art Book Glossary (Appr. 15 Mar. 91), —HEV Approved Glossary

a large, elongated gland situated behind the stomach and secreting a digestive juice into the small intestine groups of cells in the pancreas produce the hormone insulin (a protein hormone which helps the body use sugar and other carbohydrates).