Endocrine cells endocrine cells are modified connective-tissue cells. contain few vesicles. are a type of nerve cell. release their secretions onto an epithelial surface. release their secretions directly into body fluids such as blood.

homeostasis is the tendency towards a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements, especially as maintained by physiological processes. and this is how it applies to the integumentary system. back to top. skin functions in homeostasis include protection, regulation of body temperature, sensory reception, water balance, synthesis of vitamins and hormones, and absorption of materials. when body temperature falls, the sweat glands constrict and sweat production decreases.