proximal tubular epithelium
epithelium of proximal convoluted tubule
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.
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| Type | Organ |
| Structure parente | nephron tubule epithelium |
| Nom latin | epithelium of proximal convoluted tubule |
| FMA ID | 64808 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the proximal tubular epithelium?
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 a
What is the Latin name for the proximal tubular epithelium?
The Latin name for the proximal tubular epithelium is epithelium of proximal convoluted tubule.
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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.
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