Integumentary System Physiology 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What do you call the type of cells that comprise the epidermis?
A
Keratinized stratified squamous epithelium
2
Q
What regulates keratinocyte differentiation?
A
Vitamin D, Vitamin A, calcium, thyroid hormone, and steroid hormones
3
Q
What makes up sweat?
A
99% water with salts, vitamin C, antibodies, a microbe-killing peptide, and lactic acid