ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY CELL BIOLOGY A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z           HOME ABOUT CATEGORIES SITE MAP COPYRIGHT ADVERTISE CONTACT entire Web this site goblet cell A type of secretory cell found in the epithelium of the respiratory, intestinal (scattered among the absorptive cells of the small intestine and colon), and reproductive tracts. The name "goblet" refers to the cell's shape, narrow at the base and bulging apically. Goblet cells secrete the principal constituents of mucus. Related categories    • ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY    • CELL BIOLOGY Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP