Sudoriferous glands

Definition

Sudoriferous glands are specialized exocrine glands found in the dermis layer of the skin, responsible for producing sweat. They play a critical role in regulating body temperature and excreting waste products.

Related terms

Eccrine glands: These are a type of sudoriferous gland that produces a watery sweat, primarily involved in cooling the body.

Apocrine glands: Another type of sudoriferous gland, found mainly in the armpit and genital areas, which secretes a thicker sweat that contributes to body odor when broken down by bacteria.

Thermoregulation:

The process by which the body maintains its core internal temperature within a narrow range despite external temperature changes