The pancreatic islets ________.
A) are found in the wall of the stomach
B) excrete mucus
C) produce digestive enzymes
D) are exocrine glands
E) are endocrine glands

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The pancreatic islets, also known as islets of Langerhans, are endocrine glands. They produce and secrete hormones like insulin and glucagon directly into the bloodstream, which are crucial for regulating blood sugar levels. Unlike exocrine glands, which secrete substances through ducts, endocrine glands release hormones directly into the blood.

The Pancreatic Islets ________