Regarding the parotid gland, all are true except
Correct Answer: Is a serous gland and is in direct contact with internal carotid artery
Description: Parotid gland is a serous salivary gland, but it lies in contact with the external carotid artery and its branches. It is separated from internal carotid artery by the posterior belly of digastric, stylohyoid and the styloid process.
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