##  [Harderian Gland](/index.php/harderian-gland) 

  ##  [Harderian Gland](https://health.quantumdictionary.io/harderian-gland-0) 

  

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Definition

An orbital adnexal gland associated anatomically with the third eyelid or periocular tissues in many vertebrates that produces lipid-rich and other secretions contributing to the tear film, local lubrication and containing molecules implicated in local immune activity and intercellular signalling.