Eccrine Sweat Glands: How They Regulate Body Temperature

Eccrine sweat glands are responsible for regulating body heat. These glands are distributed all over the body and are the most numerous type of sweat gland. When the body's temperature rises, the eccrine sweat glands secrete sweat onto the skin's surface. As the sweat evaporates, it cools the skin and helps to maintain a normal body temperature.