What is the Histological Structure of Holocrine Glands?
Histologically, holocrine glands are composed of clusters of secretory cells that are arranged around a central duct. The cells at the periphery are younger and actively dividing, while those closer to the duct are more mature and filled with the secretory product. The mature cells eventually disintegrate and release their contents, leaving behind a mixture of cellular debris and the secretory product in the duct.
