Glandular Epithelial Tissue definitions Flashcards

Forms glands specialized in secretion, categorized into exocrine and endocrine types.

Secrete products onto body surfaces or cavities using ducts.

Release hormones directly into the bloodstream without using ducts.

Unicellular exocrine glands that secrete mucin, found in respiratory and intestinal tracts.

A glycoprotein secreted by goblet cells that forms mucus for lubrication and protection.

Mode of secretion where products are released via exocytosis without cell damage.

Mode of secretion where the whole cell ruptures and dies to release its product.

Mode of secretion where the apical portion of the cell sheds off without cell death.

Structures used by multicellular exocrine glands to release products onto surfaces or cavities.

Chemical messengers released by endocrine glands affecting distant organs.

Glands that use holocrine secretion to release oil.

Glands that use apocrine secretion to release milk.

Glands that use merocrine secretion to produce saliva.

Projections on goblet cells important for absorption.

The network through which endocrine secretions travel to affect distant organs.