Stratified columnar epithelium

Stratified columnar epithelium

Definition

Stratified columnar epithelia is a rare type of epithelial tissue composed of column shaped cells arranged in multiple layers. Stratified columnar epithelia are found in the ocular conjunctiva of the eye, in parts of the pharynx and anus, the female's uterus, the male urethra and vas deferens. Also found in intralobular ducts in salivary glands.[WP].

Also known as epithelium stratificatum columnare — per UBERON

The Stratified columnar epithelium is a part of the None.

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