Intugmentary Flashcards
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Epidermis
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Categorized into 5 zones. Most superficial portion of the skin. 20-50 layers thick. Rapid cell division occurs in lower layer. Keratinocytes make up around 90% of cells in epidermis. Melanocytes are found in lower layer of epidermis
2
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Dermis
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Gives skin strength and elasticity. Creates the shape of our finger prints, two regions ( papillary, reticular layer ).
Papillary- helps control temp of skin
Reticular- sweat and oil glands, blood vessels
3
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Phagocytes
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Act to prevent bacteria from penetrating more deeply into the body