Microvilli are extensions of cells. They are found, for example, in the intestine, uterus, and taste buds. They improve the absorption of substances by increasing the surface area of the cells. What are the microvilli? Microvilli are filamentous projections at the tips of cells. Microvilli are particularly common in epithelial cells. These are the cells … Microvilli: Structure, Function & Diseases
The enteric nervous system (ENS) runs throughout the digestive tract and operates largely independently of the rest of the nervous system. Colloquially, it is also referred to as the abdominal brain. Basically, it is responsible for regulating everything that happens throughout the digestive process. What is the enteric nervous system? As the name suggests, the … Enteric Nervous System: Structure, Function & Diseases
Okra is a shrub in the mallow family with elongated green capsule fruits that resemble pods. The plant originated in East Africa, but is now common in Southern Europe, Asia and the Americas. Although okra is one of the oldest vegetable plants in the world and has many health benefits, the vegetable has been largely … Okra: Intolerance & Allergy
Candida parapsilosis is a yeast fungus with a diploid chromosome set that can infect human mucous membranes and cause fungal infection. The fungus has a nearly ubiquitous distribution and usually occurs in humans as a heterotrophic commensal that feeds on dead cellular debris without causing harm. Candida parapsilosis becomes pathogenic mainly in individuals with weakened … Candida Parapsilosis: Infection, Transmission & Diseases
Candida lusitaniae are a species of the yeast Candida, which actually occurs as a commensal in the human body, but can also cause infections in immunodeficiency. Infections of the lungs in particular can develop into fungemia, a form of sepsis (blood poisoning). The opportunistic pathogenicity of the fungal species has been documented primarily in association … Candida Lusitaniae: Infection, Transmission & Diseases
An ulcer, or ulcer, is a deep-seated substance defect in the skin. An ulcer is a nontraumatic but infectious or ischemic disease symptom. Because of its deep-layered defects in the skin, hubless healing is no longer possible. What are ulcers? An ulcer is a substance defect of the mucosa or skin, which is deep-lying. There … Ulcers: Causes, Treatment & Help
Rice is a food product derived from the rice plant. Worldwide, rice is one of the most important staple foods. Here’s what you should know about rice Rice is a food that is derived from the rice plant. Worldwide, rice is one of the most important staple foods. More than half of the world’s population … Rice: Intolerance & Allergy
Simeticon belongs to the class of carminatives. The drug is used to treat flatulence and bloating. What is simeticon? Simeticon belongs to the carminatives. The drug is used to treat flatulence and bloating. Simeticon is the name given to an active ingredient that belongs to the group of carminatives. These are drugs against flatulence. Thus, … Simeticon: Effects, Uses & Risks
The peristaltic reflex is a movement reflex in the intestine. The reflex is triggered by pressure on mechanoreceptors located in the intestine. The nervous system of the intestine is relatively autonomous, so the reflex can still be observed in an isolated intestine. In diseases such as diabetes, the reflex may cease. What is the peristaltic … Peristaltic Reflex: Function, Tasks, Role & Diseases
Bacteria of the genus Vibrio belong to the gram-negative bacteria. Most bacteria of this species live in water. A well-known pathogen in the family is Vibrio cholerae, the causative agent of cholera. What are Vibrio bacteria? Bacteria of the genus Vibrio are also called vibrions. Vibrions are gram-negative bacteria. They can be stained red in … Vibrio: Infection, Transmission & Diseases
Polysaccharides represent an almost unmanageably differentiated and large group of different carbohydrates consisting of a concatenation of more than 10 identical or even different monosaccharides glycosidically linked to each other. They are biopolymers that play a major role in human metabolism as energy stores, as structural elements in membranes, as components of proteins (proteoglycans), and … Polysaccharides: Function & Diseases
Zucchini is a member of the cucurbit family and comes in a variety of shapes and colors. The best known is the cucumber-like zucchini variety, which is 15 to 20 inches long. It is easy to grow and the harvest is usually very productive. This is what you should know about zucchini. The zucchini belongs … Zucchini: Intolerance & Allergy
