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Ductule

Description:

A ductule is a small duct or channel that functions to carry fluids, such as air, blood, or secretions, within a particular organ or body part.

In anatomy and biology, ductules are often found in various systems of the human body, such as the respiratory system, circulatory system, or exocrine glands.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: Anatomy

- Noun: A small duct or channel within a body organ or part.

Example Sentence: The pancreatic ductule carries digestive enzymes from the pancreas to the small intestine.

Sense 2: Biology

- Noun: A tiny tube-like structure that transports fluids such as blood or secretions within an organism.

Example Sentence: Oxygenated blood is carried from the lungs to the heart through pulmonary ductules.

Sense 3: Medicine

- Noun: A small canal or passage that allows the flow of fluids or substances.

Example Sentence: Blocked bile ductules can lead to jaundice and other liver-related conditions.

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