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Sweat Glands (preview) - Histology & Function - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
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Sweat Glands (preview) - Histology & Function - Human Anatomy | Kenhub

Introduction to the Histology of Sweat Glands

Overview of the Tutorial

  • Megan introduces the tutorial on sweat gland histology, outlining key topics: exocrine glands, secretory portions, and ducts.
  • The discussion will cover two types of sweat glands: apocrine and eccrine.
  • Additional topics include benign skin tumors from eccrine glands (cylindromas) and hyperhidrosis (excess sweating).

Skin Layers Relevant to Sweat Glands

Structure of the Skin

  • The epidermis is identified as the top layer of skin where sweat glands reside; it prevents foreign matter entry.
  • The epidermis consists of a stratified layer that thickens in areas with constant contact, such as hands and feet (acral skin).

Dermis Layer

  • Below the epidermis lies the dermis, composed of dense irregular connective tissue housing sweat glands at its junction with subcutaneous fat.

Understanding Exocrine Glands

Characteristics of Exocrine Glands

  • Sweat glands are classified as exocrine glands featuring a secretory portion and an excretory duct for transporting secretions.
Video description

This video tutorial covers the histology of sweat glands, their structure, function, different types and clinical aspects. Watch the full video on https://khub.me/vicsl Oh, are you struggling with learning anatomy? We created the ★ Ultimate Anatomy Study Guide ★ to help you kick some gluteus maximus in any topic. Completely free. Download yours today: https://khub.me/la4l6 Sweat glands are small, coiled, simple tubular glands in the dermis of the skin that produce sweat. They are a type of exocrine glands. Exocrine glands are composed of a secretory portion and an excretory duct. There are two types of sweat gland in the body: apocrine and eccrine. These two types of gland differ in a number of ways, from distribution and structure, to their excretory mechanism and secretory product. Eccrine glands are found all over the body and secrete a watery product that cools the skin. Apocrine sweat glands are mainly found in the armpits and perianal area, and secrete a more viscous, odorous product. The full version of this video includes the following topics about the histology of sweat glands: - layers of the skin - exocrine glands vs endocrine glands - exocrine glands features - cell layers of the excretory duct - sweat glands structure - types of sweat glands: eccrine and apocrine - clinical: hyperhidrosis, cylindroma To master this topic, click on the link and carry on watching the full video (available to Premium members): https://khub.me/vicsl Want to test your knowledge on the intraepithelial glands and related structures? Take this quiz: https://khub.me/g2mpi Read more on the glands of the human body in our free overview article, in order to dive deeper into this exciting and relevant anatomical topic: https://khub.me/ikdwr For more engaging video tutorials, interactive quizzes, articles and an atlas of Human anatomy and histology, go to https://khub.me/ek0qb