multilaminar epithelium

laminated epithelium

Epithelium which consists of more than one layer of epithelial cells that may or may not be in contact with a basement membrane. Examples: keratinized stratified squamous epithelium, ciliated stratified columnar epithelium.[FMA].

Type Organ
Parent Structure epithelium
Latin Name laminated epithelium
FMA ID 45562

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the multilaminar epithelium?
Epithelium which consists of more than one layer of epithelial cells that may or may not be in contact with a basement membrane. Examples: keratinized stratified squamous epithelium, ciliated stratified columnar epithelium.[FMA].
What is the Latin name for the multilaminar epithelium?
The Latin name for the multilaminar epithelium is laminated epithelium.

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