Table of epithelia of human organs

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Table of Epithelia of Human Organs[edit | edit source]

This is a table listing the different types of epithelia found in various human organs.

Organ Epithelial Type
Skin Stratified squamous epithelium
Lungs Simple squamous epithelium
Stomach Simple columnar epithelium
Small Intestine Simple columnar epithelium
Large Intestine Simple columnar epithelium
Kidneys Simple cuboidal epithelium
Liver Simple cuboidal epithelium
Pancreas Simple cuboidal epithelium
Gallbladder Simple columnar epithelium
Bladder Transitional epithelium

Explanation of Epithelial Types[edit | edit source]

Here is a brief explanation of the different types of epithelia mentioned in the table:

  • Stratified squamous epithelium: This type of epithelium is found in the skin and consists of multiple layers of flat cells. It provides protection against mechanical stress and forms a barrier against pathogens.
  • Simple squamous epithelium: This thin, single-layered epithelium is found in the lungs and facilitates the exchange of gases between the air and blood.
  • Simple columnar epithelium: This tall, single-layered epithelium lines the stomach, small intestine, large intestine, and gallbladder. It is involved in absorption, secretion, and protection.
  • Simple cuboidal epithelium: This cube-shaped, single-layered epithelium is found in the kidneys, liver, and pancreas. It is involved in secretion and absorption.

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  • Template:Epithelium: This template can be used to provide additional information about each type of epithelium.

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  • Category:Epithelial Tissues: This category can be added to classify the article under epithelial tissue-related topics.

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