2 - Glands Flashcards
Group of specialized epithelial cells that are capable of producing secretions
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exocrine glands
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secrete chemical substances into ducts that lead either to other organs or out of the body (such as sweat glands)
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endocrine glands
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produce hormones and do not have ducts - hormones are secreted directly into the bloodstream and are then transported to organs and structures throughout the body
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adenoids
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a mass of gland-like lymphoid tissue at the back of the upper pharynx
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adenitis
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inflammation of a gland
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adenocarcinoma
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malignant tumor that originates in glandular tussue
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adenoma
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benign tumor that arises in or resembles glandular tissue
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adenomalacia
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abnormal softening of a gland
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adenosis
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any disease or condition of a gland
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adenosclerosis
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abnormal hardening of a gland
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adenectomy
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surgical removal of a gland
