hasnyálmirigyfunkció

Hasnyálmirigyfunkció refers to the physiological processes carried out by the pancreas, a vital gland located behind the stomach. The pancreas has two main functions: exocrine and endocrine. The exocrine function involves the production and secretion of digestive enzymes into the small intestine. These enzymes, including amylase, lipase, and proteases, are crucial for breaking down carbohydrates, fats, and proteins from food, respectively, allowing for their absorption. Bicarbonate is also secreted to neutralize stomach acid, creating an optimal environment for enzyme activity. The endocrine function of the pancreas is carried out by specialized cells within the islets of Langerhans. These cells produce hormones that regulate blood sugar levels. The most important of these hormones are insulin, which lowers blood glucose by promoting its uptake into cells, and glucagon, which raises blood glucose by stimulating the liver to release stored glucose. Proper hasnyálmirigyfunkció is essential for digestion and maintaining metabolic homeostasis. Dysfunction in either the exocrine or endocrine aspects can lead to various health conditions, such as pancreatitis, diabetes mellitus, or malabsorption syndromes.