Tears
lacrimal gland
No, a lacrimal gland is not an endocrine gland. It is an exocrine gland responsible for producing tears to lubricate and protect the eyes. Endocrine glands produce hormones that are released directly into the bloodstream.
Yes, its an inflammation of the lacrimal gland that can be caused by a bacterial, viral, or fungal infection.
The lacrimal gland secretes tears
The type of exocrine gland you are referring to is a merocrine gland. Merocrine glands release their secretory products by exocytosis without losing any part of the cell. Examples include salivary glands and sweat glands.
acinar gland
Tears are produced in the lacrimal gland, spread across the eye, and drained through the tear ducts into the nasal cavity, where they are eventually swallowed or evaporated.
Gland
Inflammation of the lacrimal gland by bacterial, viral, or fungal infection is called Dacryoadenitis.
The thyroid gland is the secretory organ located in the neck. It produces hormones that regulate metabolism in the body.
The adrenal gland consists of cells that accumulate a secretory product, known as adrenaline or epinephrine, in their cytosol. These cells, known as chromaffin cells, are found in the adrenal medulla. When stimulated, these cells release adrenaline into the bloodstream as part of the body's stress response.