Secretory organ, which is formed by the secretory epithelium and the stroma of the gland. A distinction is made between endocrine and exocrine glands, depending on whether the secretion is released into the blood or the exterior.
| Categoría gramatical | Sustantivo |
|---|---|
| Campo | Anatomía, fisiología y embriología |
| Nivel de especialización | Alto |
| Fuente de la definición | Diccionario médico CUN |