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lacrimal gland

Term ID
UBERON:0001817
Synonyms
  • glandula lacrimalis
  • glandula praeorbitalis
  • lacrimal-preorbital gland
  • preorbital gland
  • tear gland
Definition
The lacrimal glands are paired almond-shaped glands, located in or near the orbital region, that secrete the aqueous layer of the tear film.[WP]. (2)
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