The article "Mucous Cell" is a brief overview of the cell membrane or membrane of the mucous membrane, the structure of the mucous layer of all integumentary tissues. Simply put, a mucous cell is a cell that has a large surface area in contact with mucus and other body fluids. This is because the mucous membrane plays an important role in protecting the body from infections and other pathogens, as well as in adapting to changing environmental conditions.
Mucosal cells are multinucleated cells with an irregular shape and often streamlined configuration. They have large mitochondria and ribosomes to produce proteins needed to produce mucus. Mucosal cells have a covering layer of a substance called mucus. Mucus helps maintain moisture on the cell surface, protects it from mechanical damage and reduces the risk of infections.
One of the most important functions of mucosal cells is their ability to moisturize. They produce mucus, which protects the surface of the mucous membrane from damage and nourishes the surrounding tissues. In some cases, the cells of the mucous membrane utilize nutrients. For example, when fatty acids leave the intestines, they are taken up by cells and transferred to red blood cells, where they are used for energy. The resulting fat molecules are transferred back to the cells of the mucous membrane, where they are used to build membranes and synthesize bile acids. In some cases, mucosal cells can absorb ions such as hydrogen, potassium, sodium, calcium, phosphorus, chlorine, etc. This process can help maintain ion levels in the body. Other functions performed by mucosal cells include regulating the activity of immune cells, supporting tissue nutrition, participating in regeneration processes, and transporting various compounds such as immune cells