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Holocrine glands

holocrine gland

a gland whose secretion consists of disintegrated cells of the gland itself, e.g., a sebaceous Gland, in contrast to a merocrine gland.


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sebaceous gland

... this gland. - The secretion of sebaceous gland, called sebum, is via holocrine system (secrets whole contents of the gland). Sebaceous glands secrete their sebum into hair follicles. The sebum then escapes to the surface of the ...

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by Dr.Stein
Thu Jul 07, 2005 10:55 am
 
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: sebaceous gland
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