PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are the two main types/categories of glands in the human body?
A
Endoderm & Mesoderm
B
Connective & Muscle
C
Merocrine & Apocrine
D
Exocrine & Endocrine
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Two principal types of glands exist: exocrine and endocrine. The key difference between the two types is that, whereas exocrine glands secrete substances into a ductal system to an epithelial surface, endocrine glands secrete products directly into the bloodstream [1].

Detailed explanation-2: -The exocrine glands are of three types: Holocrine Glands. Merocrine or Eccrine Glands. Apocrine Glands.

Detailed explanation-3: -Important endocrine glands include the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, thymus, and adrenal glands. There are other glands that contain endocrine tissue and secrete hormones, including the pancreas, ovaries, and testes.

Detailed explanation-4: -Sweat glands: Your sweat glands create and secrete sweat. Sebaceous glands: Your sebaceous glands are also on your skin. Salivary glands: Your salivary glands create and secrete saliva. Lacrimal glands: Your lacrimal glands are your tear glands. More items •05-Jun-2022

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