English Explanatory Dictionary

transitional epithelium

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A type of stratified epithelium that changes shape in response to stretching, and forms the lining of the organs of the urinary system.

Word forms

transitional epithelium transitional epitheliums transitional epithelia

Synonyms

uroepithelium urothelium
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