The pancreatic artery is a blood vessel that supplies oxygenated blood to the pancreas, an essential organ involved in digestion and blood sugar regulation. It branches off from the splenic artery, which is a major artery that supplies blood to the spleen and parts of the stomach. There are typically two main pancreatic arteries: the dorsal pancreatic artery and the great pancreatic artery. These arteries ensure that the pancreas receives adequate blood flow, which is crucial for its functions, including the production of digestive enzymes and hormones like insulin.