Table of epithelium of the organs

Table of Epithelium of the Organs

This article provides a table listing the different types of epithelium found in various organs of the human body.

Types of Epithelium in Organs

Organ	Epithelium 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 Epithelium Types

Here is a brief explanation of the different types 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: This thin and flat epithelium lines the lungs and facilitates the exchange of gases between the air and blood.

• Simple columnar epithelium: This tall and narrow epithelium is found in the stomach, small intestine, large intestine, and gallbladder. It is involved in absorption, secretion, and protection.

• Simple cuboidal epithelium: This cube-shaped epithelium lines the kidneys, liver, and pancreas. It is responsible for absorption, secretion, and filtration.

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

See Also

• Epithelium
• Organ Systems
• Human Anatomy