1 The pancreas is an abdominal gland situated behind the stomach in the upper abdomen.  The main function of the pancreas is to secrete hormones and enzymes that help with digestion and regulate blood sugar (glucose) metabolism.
See also: List of tram and light rail transit systems. The Shanghai Metro is the longest metro system by route length. The Beijing Subway is the metro system with the highest ridership. The New York City Subway has the most stations.
Public Transportation. Public transportation is one of the easiest and most economical ways to get around in Chicago. The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) operates a network of buses and elevated/subway trains throughout Chicago.