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Crypt of Lieberkuhn
Definition 1
The tube-like glands in the mucosal lining of the small and large intestines which secrete various enzymes that aid in digestion. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 2
Tube-like gland found in the lining of the colon and rectum. Colon crypt cells renew the lining of the intestine and make mucus. (NCI Dictionary)
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