The integumentary system is the largest organ of the body that forms a physical barrier between the external environment and the internal environment that it serves to protect and maintain. (Physiopedia, n.d)
This image shows a microscopic view of the sweat gland. The secretory tubules, composed of secretory cells, produce sweat that collects in the lumen before being transported to the skin surface. Myoepithelial cells surrounding the secretory cells also contract to help expel sweat efficiently from the gland. These structures work together and are essential in producing and releasing sweat.
This image shows a microscopic view of the sweat gland. The secretory tubules, composed of secretory cells, produce sweat that collects in the lumen before being transported to the skin surface. Myoepithelial cells surrounding the secretory cells also contract to help expel sweat efficiently from the gland. These structures work together and are essential in producing and releasing sweat.