pancreas
US /ˈpæŋ.kri.əs/
UK /ˈpæŋ.kri.əs/
名詞
膵臓
a large gland behind the stomach that secretes digestive enzymes into the duodenum and hormones (especially insulin and glucagon) into the blood.
例:
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The pancreas plays a vital role in digestion and blood sugar regulation.
膵臓は消化と血糖値の調節に重要な役割を果たします。
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Inflammation of the pancreas can cause severe abdominal pain.
膵臓の炎症は重度の腹痛を引き起こす可能性があります。