Q167 / 180 · JIPMER 2018 · Zoology

Brunner's gland is located in

  • Correct answer
    A
    duodenum
  • B
    jejunum
  • C
    ileum
  • D
    stomach

Solution

The Brunner's glands are located in duodenum only. They secrete a little enzyme and mucus. The mucus protects the duodenal wall from getting digested. The Brunner's glands open into the crypts of Lieberkuhn.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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