Goblet Cell Collection

Trachea lining, SEM C013 / 7126
Trachea lining. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the lining of a trachea (wind pipe), showing the cilia (hair-like) and goblet cells (orange). The trachea links the larynx to the lungs

Trachea lining, SEM C013 / 7122
Trachea lining. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through the wall of a trachea (wind pipe). The trachea links the larynx to the lungs

Trachea, SEM
Trachea. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the lining of the trachea (windpipe). The trachea links the larynx (voice box) to the lungs

Goblet cells. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through goblet cells in the lining of the small intestine, part of the digestive tract. They are full of mucus (yellow)

Trachea, light micrograph. The trachea is lined with ciliated columnar epithelium. Goblet cells (green), which secrete mucus, are seen in the epithelium

Small intestine, light micrograph
Small intestine. Light micrograph of a section through the small intestine. The finger-like projections at left are the villi. These increase the surface area for the absorption of food

Colon, light micrograph F006 / 9806
Colon, light micrograph. Goblet cells, which secrete mucous to lubricate the epithelium, are red. Magnification: x150 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Goblet cell, TEM
Goblet cell. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a goblet cell in the lining (epithelium, top) of the small intestine

Colon, light micrograph C016 / 0516
Colon. Light micrograph of a section through the mucosa (inner epithelial lining) of the colon (large bowel), showing the typical arrangement of invaginations of columnar epithelial cells forming

Trachea lining, SEM C013 / 7127
Trachea lining. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the lining of a trachea (wind pipe), showing the cilia (hair-like) and goblet cells (pink). The trachea links the larynx to the lungs

Trachea lining, SEM C013 / 7125
Trachea lining. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the lining of a trachea (wind pipe), showing the cilia (hair-like) and goblet cells (orange). The trachea links the larynx to the lungs

Trachea lining, SEM C013 / 7124
Trachea lining. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through the wall of a trachea (wind pipe). The trachea links the larynx to the lungs

Trachea lining, SEM C013 / 7123
Trachea lining. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through the wall of a trachea (wind pipe). The trachea links the larynx to the lungs

False-colour SEM of tracheal epithelium

Coloured SEM of a sectioned villus from the ileum

Coloured SEM of a villus of the small intestine
Villus of small intestine. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing a healthy villus of the small intestine. The villus epithelium (lining) is made up of mucus-producing goblet cells (pink)

Small intestine villus, SEM
Small intestine villus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a freeze fracture section through a villus from the mucosal lining of the small intestine

Colour SEM of villi in the small intestine
Intestinal villi. Coloured Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) of villi in the small intestine. Villi are folded projections of the mucous membrane that line the inside wall of the small intestine

Large intestine, TEM
Large intestine. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through the wall of the large intestine. The surface consists of many small hair-like absorptive cells (green)

False-colour TEM of a duodenal goblet cell
False-colour transmission electron micrograph of a duodenal goblet cell, a modified columnar epithelial cell responsible for the synthesis & secretion of mucus

Colon lining. Fluorescence confocal light micrograph of the lining of a mouse colon (large intestine). The colon starts at the small intestine and ends at the rectum

TEM of goblet and secretory cells in duodenum

False-colour SEM of human bronchial epithelium
False-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the internal lining, or epithelium, of the bronchial passages in the human lung

Goblet cell. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a goblet cell in the lining of the small intestine, part of the digestive tract

Colon lining, light micrograph
Colon lining. Light micrograph of a section the lining of the colon, highlighting the mucous producing goblet cells (purple). Magnification: x200 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Nasal lining, light micrograph
Nasal lining. Light micrograph of a section through the olfactory epithelium. The olfactory epithelium is thicker than respiratory epithelium

Intestinal villi anatomy, artwork
Intestinal villi anatomy. Artwork showing six types of cell found on the surface of villi in the small intestine. Clockwise from upper right they are: enterocytes (green)

Snake intestine, SEM
Snake intestine. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a freeze-fracture through the intestine of a snake. The mucosa (brown)

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"Goblet cells: Unveiling the Secretive Guardians of Our Respiratory and Digestive Systems" In the intricate world of our respiratory and digestive systems, there exists a remarkable cell type known as goblet cells. These unique cells play a crucial role in maintaining the health and functionality of our trachea, small intestine, and colon. Underneath the lens of scanning electron microscopy (SEM), we witness the mesmerizing beauty of these goblet cells lining the trachea. SEM images C013/7126, C013/7122, and C013/7127 reveal their distinctive shape - resembling an elegant goblet or wine glass. Their elongated bodies are adorned with tiny hair-like projections called cilia that aid in sweeping away harmful particles from our airways. Moving deeper into this microscopic journey, we encounter another stunning image captured by SEM showcasing the trachea's overall structure. This captivating view highlights how goblet cells work harmoniously alongside other specialized cells to create a protective barrier against foreign invaders. Shifting gears to light micrographs, we delve into different sections of our digestive system where goblet cells also hold significant importance. In one such image taken from the small intestine, these incredible guardians can be seen scattered throughout its lining (light micrograph). They stand tall amidst absorptive epithelial cells like sentinels guarding against pathogens while secreting mucus to lubricate food passage. Venturing further down into our colon through yet another light micrograph F006/9806 reveals an abundance of goblet cells at work. Here they form clusters within crypts on top of columnar epithelial tissue - their presence essential for maintaining proper gut function by facilitating smooth waste elimination. To truly appreciate their complexity up close, transmission electron microscopy (TEM) provides us with detailed insights into individual goblet cell structures. TEM imagery showcases their secretory granules filled with mucins – proteins responsible for producing the protective mucus layer that shields our delicate tissues from harm.