brush border layer
brush border
The microvilli-covered surface of simple cuboidal epithelium and simple columnar epithelium cells found in certain locations of the body; mainly in the small an large intestines and kidneys.
| Type | Organ |
| Parent Structure | layer of microvilli |
| Latin Name | brush border |
| FMA ID | 70977 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the brush border layer?
The microvilli-covered surface of simple cuboidal epithelium and simple columnar epithelium cells found in certain locations of the body; mainly in the small an large intestines and kidneys.
What is the Latin name for the brush border layer?
The Latin name for the brush border layer is brush border.
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