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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
Examples
Salivary glands are examples of exocrine glands that secrete saliva into the oral cavity through ducts, aiding in digestion.
The pancreas functions as both an endocrine and exocrine organ, releasing digestive enzymes into the small intestine through ducts.
exocrine
01
of or relating to exocrine glands or their secretions
