Pigmentation and Melanocyte Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
Melanin is derived from _______ and synthesized in ________
A
derived from tyrosine
melanosomes form melanin
2
Q
Acral lentiginous melanoma
A
not related to UVB
heels of dark-skinned individuals
3
Q
Tumor marker for melanoma
A
S-100
4
Q
UVA vs UVB
A
B = bad, burns and cancer A = aging
5
Q
Melasma
A
mask-like in pregnant women
6
Q
Ephelis
A
freckle
increased # of melanosomes, not melanocytes