Transitional epithelium

Transitional epithelium in basic histology blog - Also called uroepithelium. Stratified epithelial tissue with unique dome-shaped surface cells giving it a cobblestoned appearance. Found exclusively in the urinary system (lining of bladder and ureter). They serve as a barrier preventing the exposure of underlying tissues to urine. They are also able to stretch in response to bladder filling. Basic histology