Pronunciation:
ep-i-THEE-lee-um
Examples:
The ovaries are covered with epithelial tissue which secretes various hormones.
The epithelium of the vagina is mostly squamous cells, which are protective,
with some cells that secrete mucous.
Alternate Spellings:
epitheelium, epitheleum epitheeleum epitheleam
Common Misspellings: epitheelium, epitheleum, epitheeleum, epitheleam,
epitheliem, epitheeleal
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Definition:
A layer or layers of cells that provide protection for the body. Epithelial tissue
also often contains cells which secrete or absorb various substances. The skin,
the coverings of most organs, and the linings of the body's passageways are made
up of epithelial tissue. When these tissues become cancerous, they are called
carcinomas.
Related Terms
• carcinoma
• adenocarcinoma
• squamous
Guide to Gynecologic Tumors
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