Question

Gland found in eye of Rabbit is

• A. Meibomian gland
• B. Perineal gland
• C. Lacrymal
• D. Harderian gland

Answer 1

The correct option is A Meibomian gland

A. Meibomian glands are also known as tarsal glands These are exocrine glands present at the rim of eyelid i.e. eye skin.

B. Perineal glands are paired glands present near anus. They are associated with odorous secretions.

C. Lacrimal glands are associated with eye. These glands are also known as tear glands. These are almond shaped glands present in upper lateral region of each eye. Hence, these glands are paired. The secretions of these glands are known as lacrimal secretions, commonly called as tears.

D. Harderian gland is present in eye orbit of animals that have nictitating membrane.

So, the correct answer is 'Meibomian gland'.