Term Name: surface mucosal cell of stomach
Synonyms:
Definition: A simple columnar cell that populates the entire luminal surface including the gastric pits. This cell types secrete mucus to form a thick protective, lubricant layer over the gastric wall.
Ontology: Cell Ontology [CL:0002182]

Relationships
is a type of: mucous cell of stomach mucus secreting cell
capable_of: mucus secretion