Retinal Pigment Epithelium

The single layer of pigment-containing epithelial cells in the RETINA, situated closely to the tips (outer segments) of the RETINAL PHOTORECEPTOR CELLS. These epithelial cells are macroglia that perform essential functions for the photoreceptor cells, such as in nutrient transport, phagocytosis of the shed photoreceptor membranes, and ensuring retinal attachment.

Year introduced: 2009

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Tree Number(s): A09.371.670.500, A09.371.729.887

MeSH Unique ID: D055213

Entry Terms:

• Pigment Epithelium, Retinal
• Epithelium, Retinal Pigment

Previous Indexing:

• Pigment Epithelium of Eye (1976-2008)
• Retina (1963-2008)

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Anatomy Category
Sense Organs
Eye
Pigment Epithelium of Eye
Retinal Pigment Epithelium

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Anatomy Category
Sense Organs
Eye
Retina
Retinal Pigment Epithelium