Lab 6
Question 1:
Identify the structure in the frame above (indicated by the circle).
Central vein
**CAN ALSO ASK:
Identify the structure in the frame above, outlined by the white lines.
hepatic lobules of the liver
,Question 2:
Name the cells that are involved in the exocrine functions of the gland
(above) and describe their function.
Acini Cells- Secrete digestive juices enzymes which complete digestion. They
make up 98-99% of cells in the pancreas.
Question 3:
Identify (A, B, or C) and name the endocrine portion of the gland above.
, a. acini cells
b.
c. islets of langerhan
– is endocrine portion
Question 4:
Name the layer of tissue above and describe its function (indicated by the
arrow).
Serosa. It is a thin lining of tissue which covers the outside of each organ in the
digestive tract (also here in the small intestine).