Proximal tubular epithelium

Definition

The cells lining the proximal tubule are cuboidal epithelial cells with deep basal membrane invaginations that provide a large basal surface area. The long microvilli (the brush border) lining the tubule lumen, maximize luminal surface area and make these cells ideally suited for both reabsorptive and secretory functions.

Also known as epithelium of proximal convoluted tubule, epithelium of proximal renal tubule, proximal renal tubule epithelium, proximale tubular epithelium — per UBERON

The Proximal tubular epithelium is a part of the Urinary.