Myoepithelium

Definition

An epithelium consisting of myopethelial cells, which are contractile cells resembling smooth muscle cells that are present in glands, notably the mammary gland, and aid in secretion. This cell has long weaving dendritic processes containing myofilament[CL].

Also known as myo-epithelium — per UBERON

The Myoepithelium is a part of the None.