Definition of «myoepithelial»

Myoepithelial refers to a type of epithelial tissue that contains muscle fibers. This term is often used in relation to breast ducts, where myoepithelial cells are found surrounding the lining of the milk-producing lobules and secretory units within the mammary glands. These cells help regulate the flow of milk through the duct system during lactation by contracting and relaxing in response to hormonal signals.

Phrases with «myoepithelial»

Sentences with «myoepithelial»

  • Smooth muscle cells called myoepithelial cells surround the alveolar glands and milk ducts. (verywellfamily.com)
  • Barbareschi M, Pecciarini L, Cangi MG, Macri E, Rizzo A, Viale G, Doglioni C. p63, a p53 homologue, is a selective nuclear marker of myoepithelial cells of the human breast. (molvis.org)
  • The hollow «tube» that forms the milk duct is built from luminal cells; these are surrounded by a thin layer of cells called myoepithelial cells. (sciencedaily.com)
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