Animal Glands

A group of cells in an animal's body that synthesizes substances for release into the bloodstream or cavities inside the body.

Every gland is formed by an ingrowth from an epithelial surface.

Endocrine gland (releases substances into the bloodstream) and exocrine gland (releases substances into cavities inside the body or its outer surface).

<p>A compound gland is formed when the column of cells may split or give off offshoots.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In the liver, the branches of the gland unite with one another when a reticulated compound gland is produced.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Skene's glands are located in the vestibule of the vulva, around the lower end of the urethra.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>One purpose of Skene's glands is to secrete a fluid that helps lubricate the urethral opening.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Skene's glands produce a milk-like ultrafiltrate of blood plasma.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The tissue surrounding Skene's glands swells with blood during sexual arousal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The debated potential function of Skene's glands is being the source of female ejaculation, although this has not been proven.</p> Signup and view all the answers