HISTOLOGICAL FEATURES OF EPITHELIAL TISSUE AND THEIR FUNCTIONAL SIGNIFICANCE

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  • Muminova Kimsankhon Department of Medical Biology and Histology Andijan State Medical Institute

Keywords:

histology, epithelial tissue, basement membrane, glandular epithelium, cell junctions, tissue structure, regeneration.

Abstract

Epithelial tissue is one of the basic tissue types of the human body and plays an essential role in protection, absorption, secretion, excretion, and sensory perception. Its structural organization is closely related to function and location in the body. The aim of this article is to analyze the histological features of epithelial tissue and evaluate their functional significance. The study discusses classification, cellular structure, basement membrane, intercellular junctions, glandular epithelium, and regenerative capacity. The findings show that epithelial tissue demonstrates high structural specialization and adaptation to physiological demands. Understanding epithelial histology is important for anatomy, pathology, physiology, and clinical medicine.

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Published

2026-05-31

How to Cite

Muminova Kimsankhon. (2026). HISTOLOGICAL FEATURES OF EPITHELIAL TISSUE AND THEIR FUNCTIONAL SIGNIFICANCE. Journal of Applied Science and Social Science, 16(5), 1145–1147. Retrieved from https://www.internationaljournal.co.in/index.php/jasass/article/view/4521

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Vol. 16 No. 5 (2026): Journal of Applied Science and Social Science

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Articles

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