Pronunciation:
GLAN du lar • (noun)
Examples:
Mucinous cells, serous cells
Related Resources:
Definition:
Glandular cells are cells which excrete some substance in the body. When glandular
cells become cancerous, the resulting tumor is called an adenocarcinoma. Common
substances for glandular cells to secrete include hormones, mucous, and lubricating
fluids.
Related Terms
• adenocarcinoma
• squamous cells
• AGUS Pap
Guide to Gyn Tumor Types
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