Dermis/ Skin Pigments Flashcards
1
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papillary dermis
A
superficial portion of dermis, consists of areolar connective tissue with thin collagen and fine elastic fibers
2
Q
reticular dermis
A
deeper portion of dermis, consists of dense irregular connective tissue with bundles of thick collagen and some elastic fibers
3
Q
melanin
A
produced by melanocytes in the stratum bastle
4
Q
hemoglobin
A
red pigment in blood cells
5
Q
carotene
A
yellow-orange pigment stored in the stratum corneum and adipose tissue
6
Q
albinism
A
inherited inability of an individual to produce melanin. Its missing from their eyes, hair and skin.
7
Q
vitiligo
A
partial or complete loss of melanocytes from patches of skin produces irregular white spots.
