Translated version
Stratified squamous epithelium
Composed of several layers of cells, the upper layer consisting of flat cells. Performs a protective function against mechanical stress. Found in the skin (keratinized), oral cavity, and esophagus (non-keratinized).
Original version
Daugiasluoksnis plokščiasis epitelis
Sudarytas iš kelių ląstelių sluoksnių, viršutinis – plokščios ląstelės. Atlieka apsauginę funkciją nuo mechaninio poveikio. Randamas odoje (ragėjantis), burnos ertmėje, stemplėje (neragėjantis).
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