Mammary Gland
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-016384
Glandular tissue in the breast of human that is under the influence of hormones such as estrogens; progestins; and prolactin. In women, after parturition, the mammary glands secrete milk (milk, human) for the nourishment of the young.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-016384 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| References | NLM Subject Headings (MeSH) |
Record as JSON
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"references": [
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