cardiac gastric gland

cardiac gland

A gastric gland in the cardiac region of the stomach; cardiac glands are fewer in number than in the fundus and body, and secrete mucin which coats the stomach and protects it[MP].

Type Gland
Parent Structure gastric gland
Latin Name cardiac gland
FMA ID 14920

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cardiac gastric gland?
A gastric gland in the cardiac region of the stomach; cardiac glands are fewer in number than in the fundus and body, and secrete mucin which coats the stomach and protects it[MP].
What is the Latin name for the cardiac gastric gland?
The Latin name for the cardiac gastric gland is cardiac gland.

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