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Eccrine glands are found in the ______ layer of the skin
Eccrine glands are found in the ______ layer of the skin
dermal
Eccrine glands produce a clear, ______ sweat that helps to regulate body temperature
Eccrine glands produce a clear, ______ sweat that helps to regulate body temperature
watery
Sweat production is stimulated by the ______ nervous system
Sweat production is stimulated by the ______ nervous system
sympathetic
Acetylcholine binds to ______ receptors on the eccrine glands, triggering sweat production
Acetylcholine binds to ______ receptors on the eccrine glands, triggering sweat production
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Eccrine glands help to regulate body temperature through ______ of sweat
Eccrine glands help to regulate body temperature through ______ of sweat
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Sweat evaporation is an effective cooling mechanism, as it can dissipate heat up to ______ times faster than radiation or convection
Sweat evaporation is an effective cooling mechanism, as it can dissipate heat up to ______ times faster than radiation or convection
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Eccrine glands are distributed all over the body, with the highest density on the ______ of the hands and ______ of the feet
Eccrine glands are distributed all over the body, with the highest density on the ______ of the hands and ______ of the feet
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Excessive heat can lead to ______ and other heat-related illnesses
Excessive heat can lead to ______ and other heat-related illnesses
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Apocrine sweat glands produce a ______ secretion that is high in protein and lipids
Apocrine sweat glands produce a ______ secretion that is high in protein and lipids
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Apocrine glands play a role in the ______ system by producing antimicrobial peptides
Apocrine glands play a role in the ______ system by producing antimicrobial peptides
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Apocrine glands are found primarily in the ______ and anogenital regions
Apocrine glands are found primarily in the ______ and anogenital regions
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Apocrine glands in the mammary gland are responsible for the production of ______ during lactation
Apocrine glands in the mammary gland are responsible for the production of ______ during lactation
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Apocrine glands respond to ______ stimuli, such as stress, anxiety, and sexual arousal
Apocrine glands respond to ______ stimuli, such as stress, anxiety, and sexual arousal
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Alveoli are lined with ______ epithelial cells that produce milk
Alveoli are lined with ______ epithelial cells that produce milk
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Apocrine glands are involved in the ______ or flight response
Apocrine glands are involved in the ______ or flight response
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Apocrine glands are regulated by ______, including adrenaline, cortisol, and prolactin
Apocrine glands are regulated by ______, including adrenaline, cortisol, and prolactin
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Hormonal regulation modulates the activity of apocrine glands in response to ______ and physiological stimuli
Hormonal regulation modulates the activity of apocrine glands in response to ______ and physiological stimuli
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Study Notes
Anatomy
- Eccrine glands are small, coiled tubular glands found in the dermal layer of the skin
- They are distributed all over the body, with the highest density on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet
- Each gland has a secretory coil, a duct, and a myoepithelial cell layer
Function
- Eccrine glands produce a clear, watery sweat that helps to regulate body temperature and maintain hydration
- They play a crucial role in thermoregulation, particularly in hot and humid environments
- Eccrine glands also help to maintain skin health by producing antimicrobial peptides and other defensive molecules
Sweat Production
- Sweat production is stimulated by the sympathetic nervous system, which releases acetylcholine as a neurotransmitter
- Acetylcholine binds to muscarinic receptors on the eccrine glands, triggering sweat production
- Sweat is produced through a process called merocrine secretion, where the gland cells release their contents through exocytosis
Thermoregulation
- Eccrine glands help to regulate body temperature through evaporation of sweat, which cools the body
- Sweat evaporation is an effective cooling mechanism, as it can dissipate heat up to 25 times faster than radiation or convection
- Thermoregulation is critical for maintaining bodily functions, as excessive heat can lead to heatstroke and other heat-related illnesses
Anatomy of Eccrine Glands
- Located in the dermal layer of the skin, eccrine glands are small, coiled tubular glands
- Distributed all over the body, with the highest density found on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet
- Each gland consists of a secretory coil, a duct, and a myoepithelial cell layer
Function and Role in Thermoregulation
- Produce a clear, watery sweat that helps regulate body temperature and maintain hydration
- Crucial in thermoregulation, especially in hot and humid environments
- Help maintain skin health by producing antimicrobial peptides and other defensive molecules
Sweat Production Mechanism
- Stimulated by the sympathetic nervous system, which releases acetylcholine as a neurotransmitter
- Acetylcholine binds to muscarinic receptors on the eccrine glands, triggering sweat production
- Sweat is produced through merocrine secretion, where gland cells release their contents through exocytosis
Importance of Thermoregulation
- Evaporation of sweat cools the body, helping to regulate body temperature
- Sweat evaporation is an effective cooling mechanism, dissipating heat up to 25 times faster than radiation or convection
- Thermoregulation is critical for maintaining bodily functions, as excessive heat can lead to heatstroke and other heat-related illnesses
Apocrine Glands
Sweat Gland Function
- Produce a milky secretion high in protein and lipids
- Regulate body temperature through evaporation of sweat
- Aid in the removal of waste products and toxins
- Play a role in the immune system by producing antimicrobial peptides
- Found primarily in the axillary and anogenital regions
Mammary Gland Structure
- Apocrine glands are also found in the mammary gland
- Consist of a cluster of alveoli (secretory units) surrounded by a network of ducts
- Alveoli are lined with cuboidal epithelial cells that produce milk
- Ducts converge to form a lactiferous duct that opens onto the nipple
- Responsible for the production of milk during lactation
Physiological Responses
- Respond to emotional stimuli, such as stress, anxiety, and sexual arousal
- Physiological responses include:
- Increased sweat production
- Increased heart rate and blood pressure
- Pupillary dilation
- Involved in the "fight or flight" response
Hormonal Regulation
- Regulated by hormones, including:
- Adrenaline (epinephrine)
- Cortisol
- Prolactin
- Oxytocin
- Hormonal regulation stimulates the production and secretion of sweat and milk
- Modulates the activity of apocrine glands in response to emotional and physiological stimuli
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Learn about the structure and function of eccrine glands, small tubular glands found in the skin, and their role in regulating body temperature and hydration.
