T. Clark Brelje, Ph.D.
University of Minnesota
Department of Genetics, Cell Biology and Development
6-160 Jackson Hall
321 Church St SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Robert L. Sorenson, Ph.D.
University of Minnesota
Department of Genetics, Cell Biology and Development
6-160 Jackson Hall
321 Church St SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
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The primary functions of the colon are the reabsorption of fluids and electrolytes and elimination of undigested food.
The colon is composed of the four layers characteristic of the gastrointestinal tract. However, neither villi nor plicae circularis are present and goblet cells become more frequent.
Lamina Propria - abundant between cross-sections of the crypts. Many cell types including plasma cells, lymphocytes, eosinophils and macrophages can be seen.