I have outlined one of the columnar epithelium cells. Secretion of a product. Glands can be single epithelial cells, such as the goblet cells that line the intestine. Multicellular glands include the endocrine glands . Many animals have their skin composed of epithelium.
Vertebrates have keratin in their skin cells to reduce water loss.
Many other animals secrete mucus or other materials from their skin, such as earthworms do. Collagen fibers provide elasticity and flexibility. LCT occurs beneath epithelium in skin and many internal organs, such as lungs, arteries and the urinary bladder. This tissue type also forms a protective layer over muscle, nerves, and blood vessels. Adipose tissue has enlarged fibroblasts storing fats and reduced intracellular matrix.