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Which one of the following endocrine glands stores its secretion in the extracellular space before discharging in into the blood?

A

Testis

B

Thyroid

C

Pancreas

D

Adrenal

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B
Thyroid gland stores its hormones in the colloid. Colloid is a homogenous material present in the thyroid follicles of thyroid gland.
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