proximal tubular epithelium

Term ID

UBERON:0008404

Synonyms

• proximal tubule epithelium
• proximale tubular epithelium

Definition

The cells lining the proximal tubule are cuboidal epithelial cells with deep basal membrane invaginations that provide a large basal surface area. The long microvilli (the brush border) lining the tubule lumen, maximize luminal surface area and make these cells ideally suited for both reabsorptive and secretory functions.

References

• BTO:0003576

Ontology

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