NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

EPITHELIAL TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Sometimes a portion of the epithelial tissue folds inward, and a multicellular gland is formed. This is
A
cuboidal epithelium
B
Glandular epithelium
C
squamous epithelium
D
None
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Final answer: The multicellular gland formed due to the inward folding of a portion of epithelial tissue is called the glandular epithelium.

Detailed explanation-2: -Exocrine glands are often the only glands associated with the term “glandular epithelium.” These glands are classified by the following morphological characteristics. Figure 1. A goblet cell, in the villi of the intestine, secreting mucus.

Detailed explanation-3: -Epithelial tissue folds inward to form a multicellular gland. This structure is called the glandular epithelium. 2. Its function is to secrete substances, like sweat, oil, etc.

Detailed explanation-4: -A type of tissue that lines certain internal organs and makes and releases substances in the body, such as mucous, digestive juices, and other fluids. Glandular epithelium is commonly found in the breast, lung, stomach, colon, pancreas, prostate, uterus, and cervix. Also called glandular tissue.

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