Is it true that the pancreas is a gland located in the abdomen?

The pancreas is a long, thin gland located in the upper abdomen behind the stomach and is about 6 inches long. It has both exocrine and endocrine functions, which play important roles in regulating digestion and metabolism. The exocrine function of the pancreas is to secrete digestive enzymes into the small intestine to help break down food. The endocrine function is to secrete hormones, including insulin and glucagon, into the bloodstream to regulate blood sugar levels.