fat secretion
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nounpl: fat secretions
secreção de gordura
1. The process or product of lipids (fats) being released or produced by cells, tissues, or glands in the body
The sebaceous glands are responsible for fat secretion that protects the skin.
As glândulas sebáceas são responsáveis pela secreção de gordura que protege a pele.
2. In biology and medicine, the emission of fatty substances through specialized glandular structures
Excessive fat secretion can lead to acne and oily skin conditions.
A secreção excessiva de gordura pode levar à acne e condições de pele oleosa.
This term is primarily used in medical, biological, and dermatological contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'secreção de gordura' is commonly heard in dermatology consultations when discussing skin conditions. The term is not part of everyday colloquial speech and is restricted to professional and academic environments.
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