The pancreas has an endocrine function because it releases juices directly into the bloodstream, and it has an exocrine function because it releases juices into ducts. Enzymes, or digestive juices, produced by the pancreas are secreted into the small intestine to further break down food after it has left the stomach.The gland also produces the hormone insulin and secretes it into the bloodstream in order to regulate the body's glucose or sugar level. The pancreas is located in the abdomen and is a gland organ. 2  It is an important part of the digestive system, producing enzymes and hormones that help break down foods.
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MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) â Itâs been 30 years since âPurple Rainâ graced movie screens in theaters across the country. The film launched Minnesotaâs own Prince into the national spotlight, and introduced the world to his co-star Apollonia Kotero.Apollonia is in the Twin Cities for the first time since âPurple Rainâ was filmed. âDriving in yesterday at night we drove by First Avenue.I started getting verklempt,â Apollonia said.âYou know I just was stunned. I just looked at it and I was like âThere it is,â you know.pollonia is in the Twin Cities for the first time since âPurple Rainâ was filmed. âDriving in yesterday at night we drove by First Avenue. I started getting verklempt,â Apollonia said. âYou know I just was stunned. I just looked at it and I was like âThere it is,â you know.