8 Questions
What is the main function of the reticular layer in the dermis?
To form a thicker layer than the papillary layer
Which of the following is NOT found within the dermal papillae?
Sebaceous glands
What is the role of the epidermal ridges in relation to the dermal papillae?
They interdigitate with the papillae
Which layer in the skin contains many sensory receptors?
Reticular layer
How does the skin help regulate body temperature?
By increasing blood flow through blood capillaries
Which component of the skin prevents the pass of fluids from the external environment?
Epidermis
What is one of the functions of the subcutaneous tissues in association with the skin?
Aiding in insulation
Which component of the skin is responsible for preventing the loss of body fluids?
Reticular layer
Learn about the two types of melanin - Eumelanin and Pheomelanin, and the characteristics of melanocytes in human skin. Understand their location and structure within the skin layers, as well as how they can be visualized using special staining techniques.
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