Sentences

acinus

n.

Sample Sentences

  1. The acinus is a fundamental unit in the structure of glands, particularly in the pancreas.
  2. In histology, an acinus refers to the cluster of cells that secrete substances like enzymes.
  3. Each acinus in the salivary gland contributes to the production of saliva.
  4. The acini in the lungs play a crucial role in gas exchange during respiration.
  5. During the dissection, we observed several acini in the liver tissue sample.
  6. Research on the acinus has helped scientists understand various glandular functions.
  7. The acinus is surrounded by a network of myoepithelial cells that aid in secretion.
  8. Inflammation can affect the function of the acini in exocrine glands.
  9. In certain diseases, the acinus can undergo pathological changes, leading to impaired function.
  10. Histological staining techniques are often used to highlight the acini in tissue samples.

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