Term Name: | exocrine system development |
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Definition: | Progression of the exocrine system over time, from its formation to a mature structure. The exocrine system is a system of hormones and glands, where the glands secrete straight to a target site via ducts or tubes. The human exocrine system includes the salivary glands, sweat glands and many glands of the digestive system. |
Ontology: | GO: Biological Process [GO:0035272] QuickGO AmiGO |