Rugae refers to the series of ridges produced by folding of the wall of an organ.
These types of folds are called rugae, in the stomach they are the gastric rugae
The organ structure rugae can be found in a number of anatomical structures in the body.
The function of the rugae on the stomach wall is to aid in digestion. This smooth's out as the stomach is filled with food.
what is ilial mucosa
both rugae and villi are specialized "folds". the rugae allow your stomach to expand when you eat (like a balloon) and the villi increase the surface area in your small intestine for nutrient absorption
The folds of the gastric mucosa are called RUGAE.
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They are called gastric folds.
Learning this in anatomy and physiology now; The Rugae! (:
The folds are called rugae and they are specialised mucosa designed to withstand abrasive forces of masticated food
they are called RUGGAE. when the stomach is full, its walls are stretched. hence these folds disappear.
Stomach is lined by various folds of mucous membrane and muscle tissue. These folds are termed as Rugae. This results in the characteristic appearance of stomach on the endoscopy.
Rugae are found in the stomach and gall bladder.
Where do we find rugae pig
These types of folds are called rugae, in the stomach they are the gastric rugae
The folds of the stomach are called rugae.