Session 9 Glands (2) Exocrine and specialised Flashcards
2 types of epithelial cells
Cells lining the ducts
Cells that make secretory products
(Some cells turn into myoepithelial cells: epithelial & smooth muscle)
Location of parotid glands
Below Angle of Mandible
What cells are in parotid glands & its features ?
Striated duct (not gland)
-nucleus close to the lumen
-lumen in the centre
-lots of granules (mainly produce amylase)
What does “Parotid” mean
Next to Ear
What is the clinical condition associated with parotid glands?
Mumps (fluid accumulation near ear)
-adolescence male
A virus attacks the striated duct and blockage occurs.
The huge number of mitochondria
What is the function of striated duct ?
Prevent water loss!
Water has to be moved to the excretory gland for the salivary gland to transport salivary content
