gland of Lieberkuhn

Definition / meaning of gland of Lieberkuhn

Tube-like gland found in the lining of the colon and rectum. Glands of Lieberkuhn renew the lining of the intestine and make mucus. Also called colon crypt.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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