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palatine gland

Term ID
UBERON:0002447
Synonyms
  • palatine glands set
  • palatine mucuous gland
  • palatine salivary gland
  • salivary palatine gland
Definition
The palatine glands form a continuous layer on its posterior surface and around the uvula. They are primarily mucous secreting glands, as opposed to serous or mixed secreting glands. [WP,unvetted]. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palatine_glands
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