Pesquisar
Exocrine
01
a gland that secretes substances, such as enzymes or mucus, through ducts that lead to the external environment or a body cavity, rather than directly into the bloodstream
exocrine
01
exócrino
of or relating to exocrine glands or their secretions
Exemplo
Exocrine sweat glands release sweat onto the surface of the skin, playing a role in temperature regulation and waste elimination.
The pancreas functions as both an endocrine and exocrine organ, releasing digestive enzymes into the small intestine through ducts.
