Organ
[ Organ ] A collection of tissue that has a specific biological function, such as the liver or kidneys.
[ Organ ] A collection of tissue that has a specific biological function, such as the liver or kidneys.
[ Adipose tissue, Body fat ] Loose connective tissue composed mostly of adipocytes and the primary storage of energy in the form of fat. The adipose tissue is also considered an endocrine organ, producing hormones such as leptin, estrogen and… Read More »Adipose tissue
[ Gland ] An organ that synthesises and secretes substances. Organs that secrete substances (such as hormones) into the blood are endocrine glands. Those that secrete substances outside the blood (such as milk or sweat) are exocrine glands.
[ Viscus, Viscera ] An internal organ, especially one of the abdomen. Plural: Viscera