body system
Pancreas
An organ that produces insulin and other hormones involved in metabolism.
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About Pancreas
Beta cells within pancreatic islets make insulin. The pancreas releases insulin when blood glucose rises after eating.
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Pancreas produces Insulin
Beta cells in pancreatic islets make insulin. The pancreas releases insulin when blood glucose rises after eating.
Evidence: Established · Source checked 2026-09-04 · Sources: NIH National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases: Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
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