lobulette (Meaning)
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lobulette (n.)
A little lobule, or subdivision of a lobule.
Synonyms & Antonyms of lobulette
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lobulette Sentence Examples
- Each lobule of the mammary gland is composed of several lobules, which are connected to a milk duct.
- The lobules secrete milk, which is then transported to the nipple through the lactiferous ducts.
- During lactation, the lobules enlarge and become filled with milk.
- If a lobule becomes blocked, it can lead to mastitis, an inflammation of the breast.
- Lobules can also be affected by breast cancer, which can cause them to become cancerous.
- Lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS) is a type of breast cancer that starts in the lobules.
- Invasive lobular carcinoma (ILC) is a type of breast cancer that has spread from the lobules to other parts of the breast.
- Lobules are surrounded by a network of blood vessels that supply them with nutrients.
- The lobules are lined with cells that produce milk proteins.
- The lobules are innervated by nerves that control the release of milk.
FAQs About the word lobulette
A little lobule, or subdivision of a lobule.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Each lobule of the mammary gland is composed of several lobules, which are connected to a milk duct.
The lobules secrete milk, which is then transported to the nipple through the lactiferous ducts.
During lactation, the lobules enlarge and become filled with milk.
If a lobule becomes blocked, it can lead to mastitis, an inflammation of the breast.
