submandibular gland Flashcards
1
Q
what type of gland is the submandibular gland?
A
mixed gland, compound tubulo-acinar gland
2
Q
what does the submandibular gland consist of?
A
branched tubular acinar secretory units emptying into a branched duct system
3
Q
what cell predominate the submandibular gland?
A
serous secretory units
4
Q
where can adipocytes be observed
A
in lobules and interlobular connective tissue
5
Q
what ducts can be seen
A
striated and interlobular
