Henle's epithelium is a type of epithelium in animals and humans. It forms the connective tissue basis of the complex multilayered prismatic epithelium of the genitourinary system. In animals, the epithelium is located in specialized glandular structures - exocrine and endocrine organs.
This type of epithelial tissue is located in the following parts of the genitourinary sphere:
- Vaginal epithelium
- Epithelium of renal tubules
- Liver
Epithelial goblet cells are scattered throughout much of the digestive tract. This epithelial tissue is found in the largest quantities in the lamina propria of the mucous membrane of the stomach, intestines, and tongue. In the intestine, this epithelial layer forms the intestinal mucosa. It also secretes endocrine glands. These exocrine glands are tubular formations that enter the intestinal mucosa and are located in the submucosal bursa at the border with the muscle layer. Potassium connective tissue they contain a small amount of salt and water. Secreted elements enter the intestinal wall or the adjacent area. Having passed through the mucous epithelium, the secretion of the exocrine glands enters the blood and lymph. Sometimes it is released onto the surface of the intestinal mucosa and is excreted in the stool.