| pancreatic ranula |
a retention cyst of the pancreatic duct.
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| pancreatic lipase |
Pancreatic lipase is an enzyme (more specifically, a lipase) secreted from the pancreas that uses hydrolysis to break apart fat molecules. Bile salts secreted from the gallbladder are released into the duodenum where they coat fat droplets. Because the droplets are small, their surface area is greater, allowing the lipase to break apart the fat more effectively. ...
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| pancreatic |
Having to do with the pancreas.
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| pancreatic duct |
Part of a system of ducts in the pancreas. Pancreatic juices containing enzymes are released into these ducts and flow into the small intestine.
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| pancreatic juice |
Fluid made by the pancreas. Pancreatic juices contain proteins called enzymes that aid in digestion.
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