Multiple choice

Which of the following epithelium tissues is also known as urothelium?

  1. Stratified squamous epithelium

  2. Simple columnar epithelium

  3. Pseudostratified columnar epithelium

  4. Transitional epithelium
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Transitional epithelium is also called urothelium, is a stratified epithelium lining the distensible walls of the urinary tract. The name transitional derives from this tissue's ability to change its shape from cuboidal to squamous when stretched.

Keep practicing — related questions