Simple squamous epithelium

Definition

Unilaminar epithelium which consists of a single layer of squamous cells. Examples: pulmonary alveolar epithelium, endothelium.[FMA].

Also known as epithelium simplex squamosum — per UBERON

The Simple squamous epithelium is a part of the None.

Also identified as

• NCIT C13178 per UBERON
• UMLS C0836133 per UBERON