lacteal
A lymphatic capillary that absorbs dietary fats in the villi of the small intestine. [ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lacteals ]
Synonyms: small intestine lymphatic capillary, lymphatic capillary of small intestine
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Lacteal