Lecture 4 Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What are the functions of epithelial cells?
A
Protection
Selective barrier
Forms glands
Regulation of molecule exchange
Absorption
2
Q
What is under the basal lamina?
A
Extracellular region
3
Q
How do epithelial cells exhibit polarity?
A
Every surface of the cell has a specialised structure to facilitate their functional differences
4
Q
Give 3 examples of apical surfaces
A
Glycocalyx
Cilia
Microvilli
5
Q
What is the Basal domain function?
A
Acts as an adhesive surface between the epithelial cells and the ECM
6
Q
What do goblet cells make?
A
Mucus
7
Q
Exocrine vs Endocrine
A
Endocrine cells secrete hormones directly into the blood
Exocrine cells secrete substances through ducts to the surface of the body
