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Histological structure of the GI-tract Flashcards

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What is the serosa?layer?

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Simple squamous epithelium and areolar connective tissue.

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What is muscularis mucosa?

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A layer of longitudinal and circular smooth muscle. (controlled involuntary)

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What is submucosa?

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Increased blood and lymph vessels that absorb productions of digestion.

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What is mucosa?

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A layer of columnar epithelium which can form folds that increase the surface area.

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Extra facts?

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Has an enteric nervous system - regulates motility and blood flow.
Has mucosa-associated lymphatic tissue.

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