Exocrine (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to exocrine glands or their secretions.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The pancreas is an organ that contains both endocrine and exocrine tissue.
- Exocrine glands, such as sweat glands, secrete their products onto the surface of the skin.
- The lacrimal gland is an exocrine gland that produces tears to lubricate the eye.
- Exocrine secretions, such as mucus and saliva, play an important role in protecting and lubricating the body's surfaces.
- The exocrine component of the pancreas produces digestive enzymes that are released into the small intestine.