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preputial gland

Term ID
UBERON:0000359
Synonyms
  • clitoral/preputial gland
Definition
A aired, lobulated, modified sebaceous glands located in the inguinal region adjacent to the penis and vagina, with pheromonal functions in male rodents; in males, the preputial gland empties into the preputial cavity and in females, the preputial (aka clitoral) gland duct empties into the clitoral fossa.
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