The tocodynometer measures frequency and duration without measuring intensity. This device may also be limited in its use by how it's placed on the uterus, the size and shape of the mother's abdomen, and the baby's movement. Tocodynometers are usually used in conjunction with a fetal heart rate monitor.
The most important hormone that the pancreas produces is insulin. Insulin is released by the âbeta cellsâ in the islets of Langerhans in response to food. Its role is to lower glucose levels in the bloodstream and promote the storage of glucose in fat, muscle, liver and other body tissues.
The pancreas contains exocrine and endocrine glands that create pancreatic juices, hormones, and insulin. Pancreatic juices, or enzymes, made by the exocrine glands are released into the intestines by way of a series of ducts in order to help digest fat, proteins, and carbohydrates. Over 95% of the pancreas is made up of exocrine glands and ducts.