noun (plural Acini) as in strong fondness

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alveoli, secretory units

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Example:Similar to acini, alveoli are the functional units that secrete into the lumen of the gland.

Definition:Micronucleoli in a small vesicle of many exocrine glands, especially the lungs, pancreas, and liver, which are essential for secreting substances.

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Example:Secretory units, such as acini, are critical for the exocrine function of various glands.

Definition:The structural and functional components of exocrine glands that produce and secrete substances.

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