Mesh term Goblet Cells
Browse to parent terms:Epithelial Cells
Intestinal Mucosa
Laryngeal Mucosa
Nasal Mucosa
Respiratory Mucosa
Description
A glandular epithelial cell or a unicellular gland. Goblet cells secrete MUCUS. They are scattered in the epithelial linings of many organs, especially the SMALL INTESTINE and the RESPIRATORY TRACT.Search for this term in our Faculty Database
View this term at the NCBI website