GENERAL HISTOLOGY

EPITHELIUM

EPITHELIAL TISSUES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Transitional epithelium is found specifically in the ____ ?
A
urinary system
B
lungs
C
cornea
D
anus
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The transitional epithelium, also known as the urothelium, lines the urethra, ureters, and urinary bladder. The transitional epithelium that lines the prostatic urethra of the male reproductive system is connected with the urothelium of the urinary bladder.

Detailed explanation-2: -There are three types of epithelial cells that line the urinary tract. They are called transitional cells, renal (kidney) tubular cells, and squamous cells.

Detailed explanation-3: -Transitional epithelium: A transitional epithelium (also known as urothelium) is made up of several layers of cells that become flattened when stretched. It lines most of your urinary tract and allows your bladder to expand.

Detailed explanation-4: -The main function of transitional epithelium is to allow tissue to expand and contract. For example, the transitional epithelium lines the inner walls of the urinary bladder, and this tissue allows the bladder to expand when the bladder fills with urine.

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