Table of epithelium of organs

Table of Epithelium of Organs

The table below provides an overview of the different types of epithelium found in various organs of the human body.

Types of Epithelium in Organs

Organ	Epithelial Type
Skin	Stratified squamous epithelium
Lungs	Simple squamous epithelium
Stomach	Simple columnar epithelium
Intestines	Simple columnar epithelium
Kidneys	Simple cuboidal epithelium
Liver	Simple cuboidal epithelium
Pancreas	Simple cuboidal epithelium
Gallbladder	Simple columnar epithelium
Bladder	Transitional epithelium
Uterus	Simple columnar epithelium

Epithelial Types

Here is a brief description of each type of epithelium mentioned in the table:

• Stratified squamous epithelium: This type of epithelium is found in the skin and provides protection against mechanical stress and pathogens.

• Simple squamous epithelium: It is a single layer of flat cells that lines the lungs, allowing for efficient gas exchange.

• Simple columnar epithelium: This type of epithelium lines the stomach, intestines, gallbladder, and uterus. It is involved in absorption, secretion, and protection.

• Simple cuboidal epithelium: Found in the kidneys, liver, and pancreas, this epithelium is involved in secretion and absorption.

• Transitional epithelium: It lines the bladder and allows for stretching and expansion.

See Also

• Epithelium
• Organ Systems