GENERAL HISTOLOGY

CONNECTIVE TISSUE GLAND

ENDOCRINE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is a gland?
A
An organ that aids in digestion in the small intestine
B
An organ that helps with respiration
C
An organ that produces blood cells
D
An organ that secretes chemicals either through ducts or into the bloodstream
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An exocrine gland, unlike an endocrine gland, is a gland that secretes substances (electrolytes, proteins or enzymes) straight to a target site via ducts or tube. Some examples include: Salivary glands. Sweat glands. Sebaceous glands.

Detailed explanation-2: -Endocrine glands release hormones into the bloodstream. This lets the hormones travel to cells in other parts of the body. The endocrine hormones help control mood, growth and development, the way our organs work, metabolism, and reproduction.

Detailed explanation-3: -Exocrine glands secrete their products directly into ducts, whereas endocrine glands release their products (hormones) into the bloodstream.

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