International Journal of
Medicine and Medical Sciences

  • Abbreviation: Int. J. Med. Med. Sci.
  • Language: English
  • ISSN: 2006-9723
  • DOI: 10.5897/IJMMS
  • Start Year: 2009
  • Published Articles: 542

Article in Press

Structure-Function Relationship of Epithelial Tissue

Zahra Zara

  •  Accepted: 28 May 2025
Epithelial tissue is a fundamental body component, forming protective barriers, regulating absorption and secretion, and facilitating sensation. Originating from all embryonic layers(ectoderm, mesoderm, endoderm), its specialized structures such as microvilli, cilia, and junctions support diverse functions across organs. Keratinized cells protected skin, microvilli enhance intestinal absorption, kidney manage filtration, while alveolar cells unable gas exchange. This paper highlights in their structure and how can it influence the organ.