transformation zone


trans·for·ma·tion zone

zone on the cervix at which squamous epithelium and columnar epithelium meet; changes location in response to a woman's hormonal status.

transformation zone

Gynecology The area of actively maturing epithelium between the current squamocolumnar junction–SCJ and the original squamous epithelium Composition Intermingled squamous and columnar epithelium–squamous metaplasia, islands of columnar epithelium, gland openings, Nabothian cyst; > 90% of neoplasia arises from the TZ; cervical colposcopy is inadequate unless the TZ is fully visualized; its location varies in relation to the ectocervix and endocervix, related to Pt age and degree of squamous metaplasia. See CIN.

transformation zone

Any area of the body where squamous epithelium meets columnar epithelium. See: squamocolumnar junction