Histology Anatomy Chapter 4
glands with ducts are
exocrine glands
Microvilli and Cilia
Apical Surface Features
A centriole that has left the centrosome
Basal body
Basal lamina + proteins and reticular layers of the underlying connective tissue deep to it.
Basement Membrane
They lock together Anchored by intermediate filaments In place so that the tissue doesn't tear apart
Cadherins
Whip-like, highly motile extensions of apical surface membranes Contains a core of nine pair of microtubules encircling one middle pair, microtubules originate from basal body.
Cilia
Based on # of cell layers either simple or stratified. Then based on shape of cells: Squamous Stratified Columnar
Classification of Epithelia
The supportive tissue
Connective tissue
Two disc-like plaques connected across intercellular space. Plaques are joined by proteins called cadherins, the proteins interdigitate into extracellular space
Desmosome
covers and protects surfaces, both outside and inside the body
Epithelial Tissue
The covering or lining of an organ
Epithelial tissue
Absorption Secretion of mucus, enzymes, and other substances Ciliated type propels mucus or reproductive cells. Use cilia to propel mucus.
Function of Simple Columnar Epithelium
Stretches and permits distension of urinary bladder
Function of Transitional Epithelium
Protection Absorption, secretion, and ion transport Diffusion Filtration Enzymes secrete a substance that forms slippery surfaces ie lubrication (reducing friction)
Functions of Epithelial Tissue
Maximize surface area across which small molecules enter or leave. Act as stiff knobs that resist abrasion
Functions of Microvilli
Secretion and Absorption
Functions of Simple Cuboidal Epithelium
Protection and secretion
Functions of Stratified Columnar Epithelium
Protection
Functions of Stratified Cuboidal Epithelium
Protects underlying tissues in areas subject to abrasion
Functions of Stratified Squamous Epithelium
Movement in coordinated waves Propulsion of substance in one direction. Has propulsion and recovery phase.
Functions of the Cilia
Anchor adjacent cells together Use intermediate filaments to resist pulling forces. For example cardiac muscle and epithelial tissue.
Functions of the desmosome
small,specialized contact region between cells containing protein channels that aid intercellular communication,allows ions and molecules to pass from one cell to another
Gap Junctions
Unicellular glands responsible for the production of mucus.
Goblet cell
Epidermis (skin)
Location of Keratinized Stratified Squamous Epithelium
Kidney Tubules Secretory portions of small glands Ovaries
Location of Simple Cuboidal Epithelium
Found in male urethra and large ducts of some glands. Fairly Rare
Location of Stratified Columnar Epithelium
Ureters, urinary bladder and part of urethra
Location of Transitional Epithelium
Small bronchi Uterine tubes and uterus (Where we need to secrete mucus and propel it out)
Location of ciliated simple columnar epithelium
Lining of esophagus, mouth and vagina. Think of it as a continuation of your skin
Location of non-keratinized Stratified Squamous Epithelium
Trachea and most of upper respiratory tract
Locations of Ciliated Pseudostratified Columnar Epithelium
Renal corpuscles Alveoli of lungs Lining of heart, blood and lymphatic vessels Lining of ventral body cavity
Locations of Simple Squamous Epithelium
Largest ducts of sweat glands Ducts of mammary glands and salivary glands
Locations of Stratified Cuboidal Epithelium
Cuts of male reproductive tubes like the vas deferens Ducts of large glands
Locations of non-ciliated Pseudostratified Columnar Epithelium
Finger-like extensions of plasma membrane Abundant in epithelia of small intestine and kidneys Reinforced by actin filaments, the actin filaments are connected to microfilaments
Microvilli
Tissue that allows for movement due to actin and myosin
Muscle tissue
The tissue responsible for control through electrical communication
Nervous Tissue
Digestive tract (stomach to anus) Gallbladder Ducts of some glands
Non-ciliated Simple columnar epithelium location
Very easy to see goblet cells with cilia
Picture of Pseudostratified Columnar Epithelium
Looks like a big oval surround by cuboidal cells.
Picture of Stratified Cuboidal Epithelium
Numerous layers of cells on top of each other, can tell whether it's keratinized or not based on whether there are strings of purple present in the top layers of cells.
Picture of Stratified Squamous Epithelium
All cells originate at basement membrane Only tall cells reach the apical surface May contain goblet cells and cilia Nuclei lie at varying heights within cells, giving the false impression of stratification Bottom line: Only one layer with varying heights of cells
Pseudostratified Columnar Epithelium
Secretion of mucus Propulsion of mucus by cilia
Pseudostratified Columnar Epithelium function
Single layer of column-shaped (rectangular) cells with oval nuclei Some have cilia at the apical surface If they have goblet cells they will have cilia and vice versa.
Simple Columnar Epithelium
Single Layer of cube-like cells with large, spherical central nuclei.
Simple Cuboidal Epithelium
Figure 4.3a Not a nucleus in every cell because of the cut. Looks like a tiled floor.
Simple Squamous Epithelium
Single layer of flat cells with disc-shaped nuclei Thin layer means it doesn't have very many organelles so it can't do very much
Simple Squamous Epithelium
Passage of materials by passive diffusion and filtration Secretes lubricating substance in serosae (Serosae lines our body cavities)
Simple Squamous Epithelium Functions
Looks like a mixture of ovals and cubes with lots of spherical nuclei. Figure 4.3b
Simple cuboidal epithelium picture
Very high cell content, very low matrix content. Matrix is just integral proteins not a lot of fluid Has specialized contacts specifically cell junctions Polarity Supported by connective tissue. (Does not have its own blood supply, all of its blood comes from capillaries in connective tissue) Avascular and innervated (contains nerves) Can regenerate at a very high rate
Special characteristics of Epithelia
Several layers of columnar cells. Basal cells usually cuboidal Superficial cells are elongated
Stratified Columnar Epithelium
Generally two layers of cube-shaped cells. Fairly rare.
Stratified Cuboidal Epithelium
Contains two or more layers of cells Regenerate from below Major role is protection Are named according to the shape of cells at apical layer
Stratified Epithelia
Many layers of squamous cells Deeper layers fo cells appear cuboidal or columnar Thickest epithelial tissue, is adapted for protection.
Stratified Squamous Epithelium
What layer allows for diffusion and filtration?
Thin layer of Epithelial Tissue
A group of closely associated cells that: Perform related functions Are similar in structure Are comprised of cells and extracellular matrix
Tissues
Her favorite and "special" Basal cells usually cuboidal or columnar Superficial cells are dome-shaped and squamous
Transitional Epithelium
Keratinized: contains the protective protein keratin (surface cells are dead and full of keratin) Non-keratinized: Forms moist lining of body openings (where less protection is needed)
Types of Stratified Squamous Epithelium
glycoproteins found just below the tight junction, act as a weak glue that holds cells together
adhesion belt
cells that persist in connective tissue are
adult stem cells
secretory products are released as fragments(pieces) of the gland cells
apocrine gland
the basal surface of most epithelial tissues is attached to a
basement membrane
pseudostratified (modification of simple epithelium)
columnar
tall and thin, similar to a column, taller thatn they are wide
columnar
mostly composed of cells,covers body surfaces and forms glands,distinct cell surfaces,cell and matrix connections,nonvascular,capable of regeneration
common epithelial tissue characteristics
cells are cube/square shaped, wide as they are tall
cuboidal
disk shaped structures with adhesive glycoproteins that bind cells to one another
desmosomes
consist of a protein called elastin and has the ability to return to its original shape
elastic fibers
glands with no ducts are
endocrine glands
not attached to other cells
free or apical surface
protecting underlying structures,acting as a barrier,permitting the passage of substances,secreting substances,and absorbing substances is
functions of epithelial tissues
similar to one half of a desmosome, attach epithelial cells to the basement membrane
hemidesmosomes
entire cells are shed by the gland and become part of the secretion
holocrine gland
attached to other epithelial cells
lateral surface
products are released, but no actual cellular material is lost
merocrine gland
this epithelium appears to be stratified but is not
pseudostratified columnar epithelium
very fine collagen fibers
reticular fibers
transitional (modification of stratified epithelium)
roughly cuboidal to columnar when not stretched and squamouslike when stretched
single layer of cells, with each cell extending from the basement membrane to the free surface is the
simple epithelium
single layer of cells
simple::: squamous,cuboidal,columnar
cells are flat or scale-like
squamous
consists of more than one layer of cells,only the basal layer attaches the deepest layer to the basement membrane is the
stratified epithelium
more than one layer of cells
stratified::: squamous-nonkeratinized (moist),keratinized,cuboidal(very rare),columnar(very rare)