Breast duct
Breast Duct
The Breast Duct (pronunciation: /brɛst dʌkt/) is a part of the female anatomy that carries milk from the lobules, where it is produced, to the nipple.
Etymology
The term "Breast Duct" is derived from the Latin word 'ductus' meaning 'leading'. The term 'breast' is from the Old English 'breost' meaning 'chest, womb, and heart'.
Function
The primary function of the breast duct is to transport milk from the lobules, where it is produced, to the nipple. This process is crucial during lactation, when the milk is needed to feed a newborn.
Related Terms
- Lobules: These are the glands that produce milk in the breast. Each breast has about 15 to 20 lobules.
- Nipple: This is the small projection in which the breast ducts discharge milk.
- Lactation: This is the process by which milk is synthesized and secreted from the mammary glands of the postpartum female breast in response to an infant sucking at the nipple.
- Mammary Gland: This is the organ in female mammals that produces milk to feed young offspring. In women, it is also referred to as the breast.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Breast duct
- Wikipedia's article - Breast duct
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