10 Questions
What is the function of a hair follicle?
Production and growth of hair
Which part of the skin contains the dermal papilla invaginated by highly vascular connective tissue?
Papillary layer
What is the primary origin of Langerhans cells?
Blood monocyte
Which structure is responsible for melanin formation to protect against harmful UV rays?
Branching cell
In which layer of the skin are receptors for touch and temperature sensation mainly located?
Papillary layer
What is the absence of tyrosinase known as?
Albinism
Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for the renewal of new cells?
Stratum basale
Where are simple coiled tubular glands typically located?
Sweat glands
Which type of glands are compound tubulo-alveolar glands?
Mammary glands
What structure contains keratohyaline granules in the epidermis?
Epidermal down growth
Test your knowledge on the structure and composition of hair, including details about the medulla, cortex, and cuticle layers. Learn about the functions of different components and their origins.
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