Transitional epithelium is a type of stratified epithelium.
This tissue consists of multiple layers of epithelial cells which are adapt to the degree of distension needed. Example: urinary bladder
It lines the organs of the urinary system and is known here as urothelium.
Transitional epithelium is made up of three types of cell layers: basal, intermediate, and superficial
In empty urinary bladder the cells of the superficial layer are cuboidal with a domed apex .
some time apical cell contain more than one nucleus
in distended bladder apical cells are stretch , flattened and squamous in shape
In empty urinary bladder this epithelium are 5-6 layers
But during distended bladder they are 3-4 layer
EX: ureter, urinary bladder
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