Question

Peyer's patches are found in the distal portion of the ________.

Answer 1

Small intestine

Peyer's patch are small masses of lymphatic tissue found usually in the ileum region of the small intestine. This is an aggregated lymphoid nodules and form an important function in immune system. This allows to monitor bacterial population and prevents the growth of pathogenic flora in the intestine. They are egg shaped lymphatic tissue that are similar to lymph nodes in structure except the absence of connective tissue.