Enterocytes are multifunctional cells with several key roles:
Absorption: They absorb nutrients, including amino acids, fatty acids, and sugars, from the intestinal lumen. Digestion: Enzymes located on the brush border further digest nutrients. Transport: Enterocytes transport absorbed nutrients into the bloodstream via active and passive mechanisms. Immune Function: They help in maintaining gut immunity by interacting with immune cells in the lamina propria.
