Epithelium (EP-ih-THEE-lee-um) at Medical Drugs Glossary
What is Epithelium (EP-ih-THEE-lee-um)? A thin layer of tissue that covers organs, glands, and other structures within the body.Medical Term & Definition Added By: Nathaniel
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