Harderian Gland

A sebaceous gland that, in some animals, acts as an accessory to the lacrimal gland. The harderian gland excretes fluid that facilitates movement of the third eyelid.

Year introduced: 1991(1975)

PubMed search builder options

Subheadings:

Restrict to MeSH Major Topic.

Do not include MeSH terms found below this term in the MeSH hierarchy.

Tree Number(s): A13.445

MeSH Unique ID: D006243

Entry Terms:

• Gland, Harderian

All MeSH Categories
Anatomy Category
Animal Structures
Harderian Gland