Table of the epithelium of the organs

Table of the Epithelium of the Organs

The table below provides an overview of the different types of epithelium found in various organs of the human body.

Types of Epithelium in Organs

Organ	Epithelial Type	Function
Skin	Stratified Squamous Epithelium	Provides protection against external factors and helps regulate body temperature.
Lungs	Simple Squamous Epithelium	Facilitates gas exchange between the air and blood in the alveoli.
Stomach	Simple Columnar Epithelium	Secretes digestive enzymes and absorbs nutrients from food.
Intestines	Simple Columnar Epithelium	Absorbs nutrients from digested food and secretes mucus for lubrication.
Kidneys	Simple Cuboidal Epithelium	Involved in the filtration and reabsorption of waste products from the blood.
Liver	Simple Cuboidal Epithelium	Produces bile and detoxifies harmful substances in the body.
Pancreas	Simple Cuboidal Epithelium	Secretes digestive enzymes and hormones such as insulin.
Gallbladder	Simple Columnar Epithelium	Stores and concentrates bile produced by the liver.
Bladder	Transitional Epithelium	Allows for stretching and expansion of the bladder as it fills with urine.