Which of the following is the predominant cell type in the intra-epithelial region of small intestinal mucosa?
Correct Answer: T lymphocyte
Description: T lymphocyte predominantly of cytotoxic phenotype (CD8+) constitute the predominant cell type in the intra epithelial region of the mucosa of intestine. The lamina propria consist of helper T cells (CD4+) and educated B cells. Ref: Robbins Pathologic Basis of Disease, 6th Edition, Page 804
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