Which of the following describe M cells in the gut? (Select all that apply.)

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M cells are specialized epithelial cells located in the dome of a Peyer's patch in the gut. They are involved in the immune response by transporting antigens and pathogens from the gut lumen to immune cells but do not directly participate in antigen processing or presentation. They do not derive their name from mucus cells, nor are they protected by a thick glycocalyx and a layer of mucus. Instead, their name comes from their function in "microfold" or "membrane" transport, and they have a thinner mucus layer to facilitate antigen uptake.

Which of the Following Describe M Cells in the Gut