Table of the epithelia of the human organs

Table of the Epithelia of the Human Organs

This table provides an overview of the different types of epithelial tissues found in various human organs.

Types of Epithelia in Human Organs

Organ	Epithelial Type	Description
Skin	Stratified Squamous Epithelium	The outermost layer of the skin, providing protection against external factors.
Lungs	Simple Squamous Epithelium	Forms the walls of the alveoli, allowing for efficient gas exchange.
Stomach	Simple Columnar Epithelium	Lines the stomach walls and secretes digestive enzymes and mucus.
Intestines	Simple Columnar Epithelium	Absorbs nutrients from digested food and secretes mucus for smooth passage.
Kidneys	Simple Cuboidal Epithelium	Forms the tubules of the nephrons, responsible for filtration and reabsorption.
Liver	Simple Cuboidal Epithelium	Lines the bile ducts and aids in the production and secretion of bile.
Pancreas	Simple Cuboidal Epithelium	Produces and releases digestive enzymes and hormones.
Gallbladder	Simple Columnar Epithelium	Stores and concentrates bile produced by the liver.
Bladder	Transitional Epithelium	Allows the bladder to stretch and expand as it fills with urine.
Uterus	Simple Columnar Epithelium	Lines the uterus and undergoes changes during the menstrual cycle and pregnancy.