Small intestine

View this image of the small intestine, showing the circular folds in the wall (plicae circulares), villi (small, finger-like projections) of the mucosa, and the submucosal and muscle layers. Also, take a look at the close-up view of the villi, showing blood and lymphatic vessels, and an intestinal gland.

small intestine showing villi


 

myDr, 2008
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Last Reviewed: 14 February 2008

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