Chapter 26.4, Problem 12QC

Summary Introduction

To review:

The pathway of milk through the internal structures of a lactating breast.

Introduction:

Mammary glands are modified sweat glands and their main role is to produce milk. These glands are present in males as well as females, but are only functional in the latter. Mammary glands are important after reproduction has been completed. The milk produced by these glands is used to feed the newborn infant.