exocrine gland

ducted gland

A gland that secretes products (excluding hormones and other chemical messengers) into ducts (duct glands) which lead directly into the external environment[WP]. Typical exocrine glands include sweat glands, salivary glands, mammary glands, stomach, liver, pancreas.

Type Gland
Parent Structure gland
Latin Name ducted gland
FMA ID 9596

Sub-structures

apocrine gland Gland exocrine gland of integumental system Gland gland of nasal mucosa Gland Harderian gland Gland lacrimal gland Gland Marshall's gland Gland merocrine gland Gland mucous gland Gland oral gland Gland scent gland Gland serous gland Gland venom gland Gland Verson's gland Gland

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exocrine gland?
A gland that secretes products (excluding hormones and other chemical messengers) into ducts (duct glands) which lead directly into the external environment[WP]. Typical exocrine glands include sweat glands, salivary glands, mammary glands, stomach, liver, pancreas.
What is the Latin name for the exocrine gland?
The Latin name for the exocrine gland is ducted gland.

Related Structures

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