The gut’s barrier function: Essential for gut health

The importance of the gut for pig health cannot be underestimated. It is here where it is determined which micro-elements gain access to the pig. How to assess the functioning of this barrier function? There are various ways – with live pigs or in a laboratory. The gut mucosa acts as a filter between the harsh environment of the intestinal lumen and the finely regulated homeostasis of body tissues. The gut mucosa not only regulates the passage of nutrients and molecules, but also avoids penet