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Origin of secretory
First recorded in 1685–95; secret(ion) + -ory 1
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The analysis revealed 17 different cell types within the aboral organ, including 11 secretory and ciliated cell types that had never been identified before.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 6, 2026
This elevated Anxa10 expression was found to influence intracellular calcium homeostasis, leading to a reduction in insulin secretory capacity.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 21, 2023
They further revealed that Anxa10 expression is triggered by elevated calcium levels in pancreatic β-cells, contributing to a reduction in insulin secretory capacity.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 21, 2023
Mammalian integument, or skin, includes secretory glands with various functions.
From Textbooks ● Jan. 1, 2015
One secretory organ may do the office of another.
From A Treatise on Anatomy, Physiology, and Hygiene (Revised Edition) by Calvin Cutter
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