Histology Glossary

noun an aggregate of similar cells and cell products forming a definite kind of structural material with a specific function, in a multicellular organism

• The doctor examined the tissue sample under a microscope.
• I always carry tissues in my bag in case I need them.
• Hey, can you pass me a tissue? I think I have a runny nose.
• The community came together like a tissue, strong and supportive in times of need.

adjective relating to or resembling acini, which are small saclike dilations in a gland or other structure

• The acinarious structure of the pancreas is essential for the production of digestive enzymes.
• I learned about the acinarious cells in biology class today.
• I have no idea what those acinarious things do in the body.
• Her mind was like an acinarious maze, intricate and complex.

noun a medical term referring to a condition or structure related to a gland

• Adenose is a medical term used to describe glandular tissue growth.
• My doctor mentioned something about adenose during my check-up.
• I heard adenose is no big deal, just some extra tissue.
• The company's expansion was like adenose, growing slowly but steadily.