IEL

There are multiple definitions:

  1. intraepithelial lymphocyte(English)

    • a unique cell population embedded within the intestinal epithelial layer, contributing to the formation of the mucosal epithelial barrier and serving as a first-line defense against microbial invasion. Mostly CD8+ T cells
    • LPL, IELp
    • Immunology
    • https://doi.org…1894-010-0148-6
  2. internal elastic lamina(English)