Sci-Tech Dictionary:
holocrine gland
(physiology) A structure whose cells undergo dissolution and are entirely extruded, together with the secretory product.
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Sports Science and Medicine:
holocrine gland
A gland that stores its secretions in its own cells. The secretions are released only when the cells disintegrate, e.g. a sebaceous gland.
Medical Dictionary:
holocrine gland
n.
A gland whose secretion consists of its own disintegrated secretory cells along with its secretory product.
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