Enterocyte Collection

Enterocyte, TEM
Enterocyte. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through the cytoplasm and part of the nucleus of an enterocyte cell located in a crypt of Lieberkuhn of the small intestine

Colon, light micrograph C016 / 0516
Colon. Light micrograph of a section through the mucosa (inner epithelial lining) of the colon (large bowel), showing the typical arrangement of invaginations of columnar epithelial cells forming

Small bowel epithelium, TEM
Small bowel epithelium. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through the epithelial lining of a villus in the small bowel, showing the enterocyte cells

Small intestine villus, SEM
Small intestine villus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a freeze fracture section through a villus from the mucosal lining of the small intestine

Microvillus, artwork
Microvillus. Computer artwork showing the structure of a microvillus at the surface of a cell. Microvilli are microscopic cellular membrane protrusions

Intestinal villus cell loss, SEM
Intestinal villus cell loss, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Close-up of the tip of a villus in the small intestine that has shed a cell from its tip as part of the normal cell

Intestinal villi cell loss, SEM
Intestinal villi cell loss, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Close-up of the tips of villi in the small intestine

Small intestine structures, artwork
Small intestine structures. Artwork sequence of magnified views of the small intestine, with the magnification increasing from top to bottom

Intestinal villi anatomy, artwork
Intestinal villi anatomy. Artwork showing six types of cell found on the surface of villi in the small intestine. Clockwise from upper right they are: enterocytes (green)

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Enterocytes are the star players of our digestive system, responsible for absorbing nutrients from the food we consume. These remarkable cells can be seen under a high-powered microscope, such as TEM (Transmission Electron Microscope), revealing their intricate structures and functions. In the large intestine, light micrographs C016 / 0522 and C016 / 0516 showcase enterocytes in action. These images capture the colon's vibrant ecosystem where these cells work tirelessly to extract water and electrolytes from waste material before it is eliminated from our bodies. Moving further along the digestive tract, we explore the small bowel epithelium through TEM imaging. Here, enterocytes line up like soldiers on intestinal villi – finger-like projections that increase surface area for nutrient absorption. Light micrographs and SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope) images of small intestine villi provide breathtaking views of this vital process. The microscopic world reveals fascinating details about enterocytes' structure: delicate microvilli cover their surfaces like tiny bristles, enhancing nutrient absorption efficiency. An artwork beautifully illustrates these minute structures known as microvilli. However, not all is perfect within our intestines. SEM images show us instances of intestinal villus cell loss or damage caused by various factors such as inflammation or disease. These visuals serve as reminders of how crucial it is to maintain a healthy gut environment to support optimal enterocyte function. Enterocytes may be hidden heroes within us but understanding their role in digestion helps us appreciate their significance in keeping our bodies nourished and functioning properly.