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Exocrine glands secrete their substances through ducts onto your body's surfaces. On the other hand, endocrine glands secrete their substances directly into your bloodstream. They’re called ductless glands.
Exocrine glands are cellular sub-structures, organs, in a body that provide a system to secrete substances out and external to the body. They are distinct from the other type of gland, endocrine, in that exocrine gland secretions end up external to the body, while endocrine secretions go into the bloodstream/internal.
Exocrine glands are glands that secrete substances onto an epithelial surface by way of a duct. [1] Examples of exocrine glands include sweat, salivary, mammary, ceruminous, lacrimal, sebaceous, prostate and mucous.
Your exocrine system includes glands all over your body. They secrete oil, mucus, saliva and milk that aid in organ function. Various conditions can affect your exocrine system, including tumors, inflammation and blockages.
Two principal types of glands exist: exocrine and endocrine. The key difference between the 2 types is that exocrine glands secrete substances into a ductal system to an epithelial surface, whereas endocrine glands secrete products directly into the bloodstream.[1]
Ever wondered how sweat, saliva, and digestive enzymes are produced? Meet the exocrine glands! In this video, we dive into the fascinating world of exocrine ...
Endocrine glands secrete hormones into the bloodstream, while exocrine glands secrete substances, such as sweat or enzymes, into organs or onto the surface of the body.