Anatomy - Histology of the Stomach & Small Intestine

The video tutorial covers the histology of the digestive tract, focusing on the stomach and small intestine. It explains the distinguishing features of the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine, such as the types of epithelium, presence of goblet cells, and specific structures like rugae and villi. The tutorial also details the muscular layers of the stomach and how to identify them. The small intestine's unique features, including villi and their role in forming the brush border, are highlighted. The video aims to help students differentiate between these digestive tract sections using histological characteristics.

What type of epithelium is characteristic of the esophagus?

How can you differentiate between the stomach and the small intestine?

What structures are found in the stomach that are not present in the small intestine?

Describe the function of gastric glands in the stomach.

How does the structure of the gastric pit differ from the gastric gland?

Explain the difference in muscular layers between the stomach and the small intestine.

What is the significance of rugae in the stomach?

What are villi and what role do they play in the small intestine?

What type of epithelium is found in the small intestine?

What is the role of goblet cells in the digestive tract?