submucosa
/ˌsʌbmjuˈkoʊsə/
noun
- A layer of tissue in the body that lies just under the mucous membrane, found in organs such as the digestive tract, respiratory tract, and bladder.
- The submucosa contains blood vessels, nerves, and glands that support the mucous membrane.
- In the stomach, the submucosa helps connect the inner lining to the muscle layer.
- Doctors examined the submucosa for signs of inflammation during the biopsy.