glossary:epithelial_glandular_tissue
Glandular epithelium forms glands. Glands secrete things and are classified as endocrine or exocrine. Endocrine glands secrete things into the bloodstream, like hormones. Exocrine glands secrete things that go outside of the body, like mucus and sweat. Cancer of a gland is called adenocarcinoma.
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glossary/epithelial_glandular_tissue.txt · Last modified: 2012/10/16 14:40 (external edit)
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