Anatomical structures
Corneal epithelium
![Corneal epithelium](/var/site/storage/images/8/1/3/2/32318-3-fre-CH/73bcc49232dc-GettyImages-526596907.jpg)
Synonym(s) - Anterior Corneal Epithelium - Corneal Epithelium - Anterior Corneal Epithelium
Definition: Stratified squamous epithelium covering the outer surface of the CORNEA. It is smooth and contains numerous free nerve endings.
Generic term(s)
- Sensory Organs
- Eye
- Anterior segment of the eye
- Cornea
- Corneal epithelium