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secretion
Subheadingsecretion
Record TypeQ
Entry VersionSECRET
AbbreviationSE
Scope NoteUsed for the discharge across the cell membrane, into the extracellular space or ducts, of endogenous substances resulting from the activity of intact cells of glands, tissues, or organs.
Annotationsubheading only; for the act or function of secreting: not for "secretions"; indexing policy Manual 19.8.66
Online Notesearch policy: Online Manual; use: main heading/SE or SE (SH) or SUBS APPLY SE
History Note68; used with Category A & D 1968-75; A, C4 & D 1976-89; A2-16, C4, D8-9, D11-12 & D24 1990 forward
Date of Entry19731227
Revision Date20050630
Date Established19680101
Unique IDQ000557

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