Which of the Following Is True Regarding Endocrine Glands

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding endocrine glands?

• A) They secrete substances that do not alter the metabolism of their target cells,but have extracellular effects.
• B) They secrete their products by way of ducts.
• C) They have an unusually low density of blood capillaries.
• D) They release their secretions into the blood.
• E) Their secretions may be released onto the body surface.

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