NIC Barber Written (Theory) ExamScientific ConceptsEasy
A client with extremely oily skin and frequent breakouts is seeking advice from their barber. Which of the following glands is primarily responsible for producing the excess oil contributing to these skin conditions?
- AEccrine glands
- BSudoriferous glands
- CApocrine glands
- DSebaceous glands
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Correct answer: D. Sebaceous glands
Sebaceous glands produce sebum, an oily substance that lubricates the skin and hair. Overactivity of these glands leads to oily skin and can contribute to acne.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Eccrine glands are the most common type of sweat gland, regulating body temperature.
- B. Sudoriferous glands are sweat glands, not primarily responsible for oil production.
- C. Apocrine glands are a type of sweat gland found in specific areas, associated with body odor.
Sebaceous Glands
Exocrine glands in the skin that secrete an oily or waxy matter, called sebum, to lubricate and waterproof the skin and hair.
- Associated with hair follicles.
- Produce sebum.
- Overactivity leads to oily skin and acne.
Memory trick: Sweat (Sudoriferous) is watery, Sebum (Sebaceous) is oily.