Basic Histology of the Gut tube Flashcards

1
Q

The mucous membrane of the GI tract is made up of which 3 layers?

A

Epithelium
Lamina Propria
Muscularis Mucosae

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2
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What are the 4 functional layers of the GI tract?

A

Mucosa
Submucosa
Muscularis Propria
Serosa

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3
Q

What are the 4 basic mucosal types found in the GI tract?

A

Protective
Secretory
Absorptive
Absorptive/protective

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4
Q

What are the two components that make up the muscular external?

A
Longitudinal muscle (outer layer)
Circular muscle (Inner layer)
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5
Q

What sort of epithelium is protective mucosa?

A

Stratified squamous

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6
Q

What sort of epithelium is secretory mucosa?

A

Simple columnar with tubular glands

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7
Q

What sort of epithelium is secretory mucosa?

A

Villi with short glands

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