Which cells of 'Crypts of Lieberkuhn' secrete antibaterial lysozyme?

Paneth cells

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

Zymogen cells

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Kupffer cells

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Argentaffin cells

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is A Paneth cells
Paneth cells are present in the mucosa between the bases of villi of small intestine (Crypts of Lieberkuhn). The function of these cells is to secrete antibacterial lysozyme.

Suggest Corrections