Which of the following has exocrine function?

Question

A. gall bladder
B. ovary
C. anterior pituitary
D. adrenal

Answer 1

An exocrine gland is one that releases its secretion to the outside through open tubes called ducts. An endocrine gland releases its secretions (hormones) directly into the extracellular space; the hormones are transported though the body via the blood stream. The ovary, the anterior pituitary and the adrenal glands are all endocrine glands, and to my knowledge, none have any exocrine function (although the adrenal medulla also produces neurocrines). However, the gall bladder does not produce any of the chemicals it releases through its duct; it functions solely to store, concentrate and release bile (formed in the liver) and bicarbonate and some digestive enzymes (formed in the pancreas). Thus, I would say none of the above.

Answer 2

A