Eccrine - The most numerous type of sweat gland found all over the body, particularly on the palms of hands, soles of feet and forehead. Secretes sweat (99% water 1% fatty acids and protein) and helps to cool the body by evaporation as the blood vessels under the skin vaso dilate or vaso constrict depending on body temp. Smaller than other sweat gland and they are active from birth.
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