Which of the following regions of the GI tract is characterized by short tubular invaginations (crypts or pits) which are not lined by dividing, differentiating cells?

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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following regions of the GI tract is characterized by short tubular invaginations (crypts or pits) which are not lined by dividing, differentiating cells?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Gastric pits in the stomach lack stem cells, unlike intestinal crypts.

Question 2 of 5

Intestinal crypts of Lieberkühn are located:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Crypts of Lieberkühn are mucosal glands in the small intestine.

Question 3 of 5

In H&E stained tissue sections, the mucus-containing secretory vesicles in mucous cells typically appear:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Mucus vesicles stain poorly with H&E, appearing clear.

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following cell types is characterized by extensive basal rough endoplasmic reticulum, a supranuclear Golgi apparatus and apical zymogen vesicles?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Chief cells produce pepsinogen with these features.

Question 5 of 5

The principal secretory product for cells of Brunner's (duodenal) glands is:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Brunner's glands secrete alkaline mucus to neutralize acid.

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