Glands without ducts are called ___ .

Endocrine glands

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Endocrine glands

Glands without ducts are called "ductless" or "endocrine" glands. They release their secretions directly into the bloodstream. Pituitary is the master endocrine gland which regulates the secretions of other endocrine glands such as pancreas, thyroid gland, gonads, adrenal gland, etc. The secretions of endocrine glands are called hormones.

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