What is the difference between exocrine and endocrine?

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Exocrine gland
The gland which is connected to a duct is called an exocrine gland.

Endocrine gland
The gland which does not possess any duct for its secretions is called an endocrine gland.

Exocrine gland
Endocrine gland

1. The secretion from this gland directly occurs in the specific site of action.
1. The secretion occurs directly into the blood as there are no ducts.

2. Exocrine gland secretes enzymes.
2. Endocrine glands secrete hormones.

3. Examples: gastric glands, salivary glands, etc.
3. Examples: thyroid gland, pituitary gland, etc.

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Exocrine gland	Endocrine gland
1. The secretion from this gland directly occurs in the specific site of action.	1. The secretion occurs directly into the blood as there are no ducts.
2. Exocrine gland secretes enzymes.	2. Endocrine glands secrete hormones.
3. Examples: gastric glands, salivary glands, etc.	3. Examples: thyroid gland, pituitary gland, etc.