epithelium types (sub-category from histology - unit 2) Flashcards
1
Q
simple squamous epithelium covers…
A
most organs. lines blood vessels and alveoli.
2
Q
simple cuboidal epithelium forms… (NOT COMMON)
A
kidney tubule walls
3
Q
simple columnar epithelium lines…
A
inside walls of stomach/intestines/fallopian tubes
4
Q
stratifies squamous epithelium forms…
A
epidermis, lines nasal/oral cavity.
5
Q
stratified cuboidal epithelium… (RARE)
A
found in certain glands
6
Q
stratified columnar epithelium… (RARE)
A
found in certain glands
7
Q
pseudostratified squamous epithelium…
A
DOESNT EXIST.
8
Q
pseudostratified columnar epithelium
A
lines airways/trachea/larynx/testes
9
Q
transitional epithelium lines…
A
urinary tract