Brunner's glands

GPTKB entity

Statements (23)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:adrenal_gland
gptkbp:compatibleWith jejunum
ileum
gptkbp:discoveredBy Johann Conrad Brunner
gptkbp:foundIn submucosa of duodenum
gptkbp:function lubricate intestinal walls
protect duodenal lining from gastric acid
provide alkaline condition for intestinal enzymes
secrete alkaline mucus
gptkbp:histology tubuloalveolar glands
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Brunner's glands
gptkbp:inhibitedBy sympathetic stimulation
gptkbp:location gptkb:duodenum
gptkbp:namedAfter Johann Conrad Brunner
gptkbp:presentIn humans
mammals
gptkbp:promotion gptkb:vagus_nerve
gptkb:secretin
mechanical irritation of mucosa
gptkbp:secretes bicarbonate
mucus
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:duodenum
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6