MyPathologyReport
September 25, 2023

What is the cervix?

The cervix is part of the female genital tract. It is found at the bottom of the uterus where it forms an opening into the endometrial cavity of the uterus. The cervix is commonly divided into two parts – the ectocervix and the endocervix which meet at an area called the transformation zone.

What types of cells are normally found in the cervix?

The outer surface of the cervix is lined by two types of cells that form a barrier called the epithelium. The first part of the cervix is called the ectocervix and it is lined by squamous cells. The second part of the cervix is called the endocervix and it is lined by columnar-shaped cells which connect together to make small structures called glands. The tissue below the epithelium is called the stroma and is made up of connective tissue and blood vessels.