Question

Peyer’s patches are

1. Only found in the stomach
2. Only found in the large intestine
3. Made of reticular connective tissue
4. None of the above

Answer 1

Correct option.

Option C is correct.

Peyers patches are made up of reticular connective tissue. mainly act on to prevent the growth of bacteria.

Reticular tissue is a specialized fibroblasts called reticular cells,. They secret reticular fibers that forms an interview connecting network. It forms supporting frame work of lymphoid organs, peyers patches and forms the reticular lamina of the basement membrane.

Incorrect options:

Option A:

Peyers pactches are not found in stomach. Generally which are present in the small intestine, lymph nodules etc.

Option B:

Peyers pactches are not found in the large intestine. Generally which are present in the small intestine and lymph nodules.etc.