Terminal Ileum is a photograph by Gastrolab/science Photo Library which was uploaded on September 12th, 2018.
Terminal Ileum
Terminal ileum. Endoscopic view inside the final part of a healthy ileum - the end of the small intestine, showing the numerous villi (hair-like)... more
Title
Terminal Ileum
Artist
Gastrolab/science Photo Library
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Photograph
Description
Terminal ileum. Endoscopic view inside the final part of a healthy ileum - the end of the small intestine, showing the numerous villi (hair-like) that line its surface. Villi increase the surface area of the intestine in order to maximise the absorption of nutrients.
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September 12th, 2018