Layers of the Gut wall Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 3 layers of the gut wall
A
Mucosa
Submucosa
Muscularis
Serosa/adventitia
2
Q
What is the innermost layer of the gut wall
A
Mucosa
3
Q
What layer of the gut wall contains blood and lymph vessels
A
Submucosa
4
Q
What layer of the gut wall is responsible for peristalis
A
Muscularis
5
Q
What is the outer layer of the gut wall
A
Serosa/adventitia
6
Q
What is the difference between serosa and adventitia
A
Serosa: visceral peritoneum
Adventitia: covers retroperitoneal organs
