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labial gland

labial minor salivary gland

The labial gland is one of the minor salivary glands, located mainly under the mucosal epithelium of the upper and lower lip and within the orbicularis oris muscle fibers. The labial gland secrete mucous and serous substances to maintain oral health. In particular, the inferior labial gland not only promotes moisturization in the oral cavity but also secretes substances with antibacterial effects.

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Tipo Muscle
Estructura principal minor salivary gland
Nombre latino labial minor salivary gland

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the labial gland?

The labial gland is one of the minor salivary glands, located mainly under the mucosal epithelium of the upper and lower lip and within the orbicularis oris muscle fibers. The labial gland secrete mucous and serous substances to maintain oral health. In particular, the inferior labial gland not only

What is the Latin name for the labial gland?

The Latin name for the labial gland is labial minor salivary gland.

References

  1. UBERON — UBERON:8480065 Cross-species anatomy ontology (EMBL-EBI Ontology Lookup Service)
  2. Wikipedia — labial gland Encyclopedia article (verified cross-reference)

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.