Glandular Epithelium Prepared by : Saleh Abduraboh
Glandular Epithelium Is a special type of epithelium makes up the glands in body. Single or Group of cells. Secrets enzymes, hormones, fats or mucous. Its secretions are required by other tissue.
The formation of glands
Endocrine glands Ductless (no duct system). Release internally. Secret hormones. Multicellular with exception Paracrine glands.
Endocrine glands
Exocrine glands Have duct system. Release internally or externally. Secret ear-wax, digestive enzymes and saliva. Multicellular or unicellular.
Glandular classification According to : Presence and absence of ducts. Number of secretory cells. Nature of secretion. Mode of secretion. Shape of secretory units & Arrangement of Duct (branching in exocrine structure).