Alpha and beta cells in the endocrine portion of the pancreas:
1) can be found in the pancreatic islets (islets of Langerhans)
2) secrete their hormones into the pancreatic duct
3 secrete hormones that regulate calcium levels in the body
4) are responsible for maintaining homeostatic levels of glucose
5) aid in the production of enzymes used for protein digestion
A) 1 and 2
B) 2, 3 and 5
C) 4 only
D) 1 and 4

Question

Alpha and beta cells in the endocrine portion of the pancreas: 
1) can be found in the pancreatic islets (islets of Langerhans)
2) secrete their hormones into the pancreatic duct
3 secrete hormones that regulate calcium levels in the body
4) are responsible for maintaining homeostatic levels of glucose
5) aid in the production of enzymes used for protein digestion
A) 1 and 2
B) 2, 3 and 5
C) 4 only
D) 1 and 4

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Alpha cells secrete glucagon, and beta cells secrete insulin, both of which are crucial for regulating blood glucose levels and are located in the pancreatic islets, not involved in calcium regulation or enzyme production for protein digestion.

Alpha and Beta Cells in the Endocrine Portion of the Pancreas