For 10 points, name this organ, home to the islets of Langerhans.
The lesser end of this organ extends towards the spleen and is placed over the left kidney. The ascending portion of the transverse meso-colon covers the convex front part of the body of this organ. The splenic artery and vein can be found in the thick upper border of this organ, through which the Canal of Wirsung extends from the left to right of the substance of this organ. Its secretions include chymotrypsin and trypsin, which help break down proteins, and the sphincter of Oddi controls the release of liquids through the Ampulla of Vater, which contains secretions from the gallbladder and this organ. The alpha cells of regions of this organ secrete glucagon, while the beta cells secrete insulin. For 10 points, name this organ, home to the islets of Langerhans.
The lesser end of this organ extends towards the spleen and is placed over the left kidney.
pancreas