islets of langerhans

Noun
  1. Cell clusters in the pancreas that form the endocrine part of that organ;
    Secrete insulin and other hormones (synset 105492966)
    is a type of: ductless gland, endocrine, endocrine gland - any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream
    is a part of: pancreas - a large elongated exocrine gland located behind the stomach; secretes pancreatic juice and insulin
    same as: islands of langerhans, isles of langerhans

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