U1.i · Endocrine Physiology

Official V4 objective

Describe the exocrine and endocrine functions of the pancreas.

Written examination

SAQ history

4 appearances

2 exam appearances

2024B Q05

Describe the exocrine functions of the pancreas, including their function and regulation.

42%

2019B Q13

Describe the exocrine functions of the pancreas.

33%

1 exam appearance

2023A Q06

Describe pancreatic secretions and their regulation.

21%

1 exam appearance

2015A Q06

Outline the physiology of pancreatic secretion (80% of marks) and outline the pharmacology of octreotide (20% of marks).

38%

Oral examination

0 stations

No mapped VIVA history for this objective.

Sources: objective text from the relevant CICM syllabus; historical SAQ and VIVA wording from CICM examiner reports.