MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -The mammary epithelium consists of two layers of epithelial cells: the luminal and basal layers. In functionally differentiated mammary gland, i.e., during lactation, luminal cells produce and secrete milk, whereas basal cells, also referred to as myoepithelial cells, contract to force milk out of the body.

Detailed explanation-2: -Myoepithelial cells (MCs) are modified epithelial cells found in sweat, mammary, salivary, lacrimal, and tracheobronchial glands.

Detailed explanation-3: -Myoepithelial cells are stellate in shape and are also known as basket cells. They lie between the basement membrane and glandular epithelium. Each cell consists of a cell body from which 4-8 processes radiate and embrace the secretory unit.