Brush Border Cell

A general term for epithelial cells that possess a brush border, a dense array of microvilli on their apical surface, significantly increasing surface area for absorption (e.g., in the small intestine and kidney tubules).

Key Functions:

• Increases surface area for absorption.
• Contains enzymes for terminal digestion of nutrients.
• Found in organs specialized for absorption, like the small intestine and kidney tubules.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Epithelial Cell (type of)
• Microvilli (possesses)
• Small Intestine (found in)
• Kidney Tubules (found in)
• Digestive System (component of)