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Exocrine pancreas cell

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Pancreatic cell that produces enzymes that are secreted into the small intestine

An exocrine pancreas cell is a pancreatic cell that produces enzymes that are secreted into the small intestine. These enzymes help digest food by releasing enzymes as it passes through the gastrointestinal tract. These include acinar cells, which secrete bicarbonate solution and mucin.

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