taken together , these results strongly suggest a smooth muscle-like , contractile function for these cells and indicate that this cellular network may provide a supportive tonus for the epithelium , as well as provide the force needed for active movement of the villus , expulsion of crypt secretion products , and propulsion of absorption products in the lamina propria , the microvasculature , and lacteals of the intestinal villus .
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