Which of the following has both endocrine and exocrine activity?
A) the pituitary gland
B) parathyroid glands
C) salivary glands
D) the pancreas

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The pancreas has both endocrine and exocrine activity. Its endocrine activity involves the secretion of insulin and glucagon to regulate blood sugar levels. Its exocrine activity involves the secretion of digestive enzymes into the small intestine. The pituitary gland only has endocrine activity, parathyroid glands only have endocrine activity, and salivary glands only have exocrine activity.

Which of the Following Has Both Endocrine and Exocrine Activity