True regarding parotid gland
High-Yield Explanation
Covered by a thick fascia which is derived from deep cervical fascia
Parotid gland
Bilateral structure, and the largest of the salivary glands
Covered by a thick fascia which is derived from deep cervical fascia
Wrapped around the mandibular ramus, and secretes saliva through Stensen duct (or parotid duct) into the oral cavity, to facilitate mastication and swallowing and to begin the digestion of starches
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