Epithelial cell

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-009950",
  "term": "Epithelial cell",
  "field": "Environment",
  "term_source": "Epithelial Cell",
  "definition": "Cells that line the inner and outer surfaces of the body by forming cellular layers ( epithelium) or masses. Epithelial cells lining the skin; the mouth; the nose; and the anal canal derive from ectoderm; those lining the respiratory system and the digestive system derive from endoderm; others ( cardiovascular system and lymphatic system) from mesoderm.",
  "subject": "Biological substances",
  "references": [
    "NLM Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/epithelial-cell/"
}