Stratified columnar epithelium | |
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Details | |
Shape | several layers; apical cells are columnar shaped |
Identifiers | |
TH | H2.00.02.0.02032 |
FMA | 45564 |
Anatomical terms of microanatomy |
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Epithelia |
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Stratified columnar epithelium is a rare type of epithelial tissue composed of column-shaped cells arranged in multiple layers. It is found in the conjunctiva, pharynx, anus, and male urethra. It also occurs in embryo.