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Apocrine
👉 Mammary glands are modified apocrine glands, which release secretions through partial loss of cytoplasm.
👉 Unlike eccrine glands, which are widespread and secrete watery sweat, apocrine glands produce more complex secretions.
👉 In mammals, apocrine modifications allow secretion of milk, which contains proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.
👉 These glands are hormonally regulated and become functional at puberty.
👉 Their classification is based on the mode of secretion, which involves apical budding of the cell.
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