gland of Zeis

ciliary sebaceous gland of eyelid

Glands of Zeis are unilobar sebaceous glands located on the margin of the eyelid. The glands of Zeis service the eyelash. These glands produce an oily substance that is issued through the excretory ducts of the sebaceous lobule into the middle portion of the hair follicle.

Type Gland
Body System Integumentary
Parent Structure sebaceous gland of eyelid
Latin Name ciliary sebaceous gland of eyelid
FMA ID 59191

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the gland of Zeis?
Glands of Zeis are unilobar sebaceous glands located on the margin of the eyelid. The glands of Zeis service the eyelash. These glands produce an oily substance that is issued through the excretory ducts of the sebaceous lobule into the middle portion of the hair follicle.
What body system is the gland of Zeis part of?
The gland of Zeis is part of the Integumentary.
What is the Latin name for the gland of Zeis?
The Latin name for the gland of Zeis is ciliary sebaceous gland of eyelid.

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