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What type of structures are Krause end bulbs?
What type of structures are Krause end bulbs?
Where are Ruffini corpuscles primarily located?
Where are Ruffini corpuscles primarily located?
What do Krause end bulbs primarily sense?
What do Krause end bulbs primarily sense?
What primarily affects the color, size, shape, and texture of hairs?
What primarily affects the color, size, shape, and texture of hairs?
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Which skin type lacks hair?
Which skin type lacks hair?
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How is the hair growth cycle characterized?
How is the hair growth cycle characterized?
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What is the density of hairs on the face approximately?
What is the density of hairs on the face approximately?
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What happens to the diameter of collagen fibers as they approach the epidermis?
What happens to the diameter of collagen fibers as they approach the epidermis?
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What is one consequence of extensive cross-linking of collagen fibers in aging skin?
What is one consequence of extensive cross-linking of collagen fibers in aging skin?
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Which layer of the dermis is primarily composed of loose connective tissue?
Which layer of the dermis is primarily composed of loose connective tissue?
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How does solar elastosis affect the skin?
How does solar elastosis affect the skin?
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What is a common effect of aging on the epidermis?
What is a common effect of aging on the epidermis?
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What causes increased extensibility of skin and ligaments in disorders like Ehlers-Danlos syndrome?
What causes increased extensibility of skin and ligaments in disorders like Ehlers-Danlos syndrome?
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Which type of collagen fibers is primarily found in the papillary layer of the dermis?
Which type of collagen fibers is primarily found in the papillary layer of the dermis?
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What happens to the skin as a result of autoimmune damage to intercellular junctions?
What happens to the skin as a result of autoimmune damage to intercellular junctions?
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Which type of neural components innervate the dermal sweat glands?
Which type of neural components innervate the dermal sweat glands?
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What role do leukocytes play in the initial phase of wound healing?
What role do leukocytes play in the initial phase of wound healing?
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Which substance is primarily released from cut vessels during the wound healing process?
Which substance is primarily released from cut vessels during the wound healing process?
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In the wound healing process, what is the primary event that occurs immediately after bleeding starts?
In the wound healing process, what is the primary event that occurs immediately after bleeding starts?
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Which cell type is NOT typically associated with the initial phase of wound healing?
Which cell type is NOT typically associated with the initial phase of wound healing?
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During which phase of wound healing does blood from cut vessels begin to coagulate?
During which phase of wound healing does blood from cut vessels begin to coagulate?
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What is the function of the dermal papilla in the hair follicle?
What is the function of the dermal papilla in the hair follicle?
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Which structures are involved in the differentiation and formation of hair?
Which structures are involved in the differentiation and formation of hair?
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What type of keratin is found in hair compared to the stratum corneum?
What type of keratin is found in hair compared to the stratum corneum?
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How do melanocytes contribute to hair formation?
How do melanocytes contribute to hair formation?
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What is indicated by a reduction in tactile corpuscles during adult life?
What is indicated by a reduction in tactile corpuscles during adult life?
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Where are lamellated (Pacinian) corpuscles located?
Where are lamellated (Pacinian) corpuscles located?
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What is the primary role of keratinocytes in the hair bulb?
What is the primary role of keratinocytes in the hair bulb?
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Which process occurs in keratinocytes surrounding the dermal papilla?
Which process occurs in keratinocytes surrounding the dermal papilla?
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What percentage of total body weight does the skin typically account for?
What percentage of total body weight does the skin typically account for?
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What is the primary function of mechanoreceptors in the skin?
What is the primary function of mechanoreceptors in the skin?
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Which layer of the skin is primarily composed of mesodermal connective tissue?
Which layer of the skin is primarily composed of mesodermal connective tissue?
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How does the skin contribute to thermoregulation?
How does the skin contribute to thermoregulation?
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What is the total surface area of skin typically presented by adults?
What is the total surface area of skin typically presented by adults?
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What is the epidermis made of?
What is the epidermis made of?
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Which of the following components is associated with the insulating properties of the skin?
Which of the following components is associated with the insulating properties of the skin?
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What is the primary role of the skin within the integumentary system?
What is the primary role of the skin within the integumentary system?
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What comprises an epidermal-melanin unit?
What comprises an epidermal-melanin unit?
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How do melanocytes in individuals with ancestry near the equator differ from those in northern Europe?
How do melanocytes in individuals with ancestry near the equator differ from those in northern Europe?
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What is the effect of increased UV radiation on melanocytes?
What is the effect of increased UV radiation on melanocytes?
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What is the primary defect causing albinism?
What is the primary defect causing albinism?
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What characterizes the skin of individuals with ancestry in regions of high sunlight?
What characterizes the skin of individuals with ancestry in regions of high sunlight?
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What is vitiligo primarily associated with?
What is vitiligo primarily associated with?
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What occurs during the tanning process after UV exposure?
What occurs during the tanning process after UV exposure?
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What role do paracrine factors from keratinocytes play in response to UV radiation?
What role do paracrine factors from keratinocytes play in response to UV radiation?
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Study Notes
Skin Structure and Function
- The skin is the largest organ of the body, accounting for 15-20% of total body weight in adults. It covers approximately 1.5-2 square meters of surface area.
- The skin is composed of two primary layers: the epidermis (epithelial layer) and the dermis (connective tissue layer). A subcutaneous layer, or hypodermis, lies beneath the dermis.
- The epidermis is the outer layer, comprised primarily of keratinocytes. It also contains melanocytes (pigment-producing cells), Langerhans cells (immune function), and Merkel cells (sensory function).
- The dermis is beneath the epidermis, characterized by a complex network of connective tissue which includes collagen and elastin fibers. It houses blood vessels, nerves, hair follicles, sebaceous glands, and sweat glands.
- The hypodermis (subcutaneous tissue) is the deepest layer, mostly consisting of adipose tissue, which provides insulation, cushioning, and energy storage.
Epidermal Layers
- Thick skin is found on the palms and soles and has five layers: stratum corneum, stratum lucidum, stratum granulosum, stratum spinosum, and stratum basale.
- Thin skin has four layers: stratum corneum, stratum granulosum, stratum spinosum, and stratum basale.
Skin Functions
- Protection: A physical barrier against thermal, mechanical stresses, and pathogens.
- Thermoregulation: Controls body temperature through sweat production and blood flow.
- Sensory reception: Detects various stimuli (temperature, pressure, touch).
- Vitamin D synthesis: UV light in skin plays a role in vitamin D production.
- Blood regulation: Plays a role in maintaining blood volume.
Skin Appendages
- Hair Follicles: Complex structures containing the hair shaft, root, and arrector pili muscles.
- Nails: Keratin plates protecting the tips of fingers and toes.
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Skin Glands:
- Sebaceous glands secrete sebum (oily substance).
- Eccrine sweat glands produce primarily water-based sweat for thermoregulation.
- Apocrine sweat glands produce a protein-rich sweat and associated with hair follicles.
Skin Repair
- Wound healing involves overlapping stages: blood clotting, inflammation, and tissue regeneration. The final stage results in scar tissue.
Skin Components
- Melanocytes: Produce melanin, a pigment that protects against UV radiation.
- Langerhans Cells: Immune cells that play a role in the body's immune response to antigens.
- Merkel Cells: Associated with sensory nerve endings, and contribute to touch sensation.
Sensory Receptors
- Various mechanoreceptors enable interactions with the environment (light touch, pressure, vibration). These also exist within specific tissues located within the skin
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Test your knowledge on the anatomy and functions of the skin. This quiz covers the layers of the skin, including the epidermis and dermis, as well as their associated cells and structures. Challenge yourself with questions about the skin's role in the body and its protective functions.
