Gut-associated lymphoid tissue

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005062",
  "term": "Gut-associated lymphoid tissue",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The collection of lymphoid tissue integrated within the wall of the gastrointestinal tract, forming a major component of the body's mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue. It initiates immune responses to specific antigens encountered along the intestinal lumen. This system includes organized structures like Peyer’s patches and isolated lymphoid follicles, as well as diffuse populations of lymphocytes.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "Peyer’s patch",
    "lymph node",
    "mucosa"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1172 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/gut-associated-lymphoid-tissue/"
}