urogenital sinus epithelium

epithelium of urogenital sinus

The fetal urogenital sinus (from which the prostate derives) is a simple cylinder of stratified basal epithelium, surrounded by mesenchyme and positioned between the embryonic bladder and pelvic urethra.

Type Vessel
Body System Urinary
Latin Name epithelium of urogenital sinus

Sub-structures

prostate bud Vessel

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the urogenital sinus epithelium?
The fetal urogenital sinus (from which the prostate derives) is a simple cylinder of stratified basal epithelium, surrounded by mesenchyme and positioned between the embryonic bladder and pelvic urethra.
What body system is the urogenital sinus epithelium part of?
The urogenital sinus epithelium is part of the Urinary.
What is the Latin name for the urogenital sinus epithelium?
The Latin name for the urogenital sinus epithelium is epithelium of urogenital sinus.

Related Structures

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