Is the epidermis vascular?

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The question is asking whether the epidermis, which is the outer layer of skin, contains blood vessels (is vascular) or not. Understanding the structure of the skin layers and their functions will help answer this question.

Answer

No, the epidermis is avascular.

No, the epidermis is avascular.

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No, the epidermis is avascular.

More Information

The epidermis, which is the outermost layer of the skin, lacks blood vessels. It receives nutrients through diffusion from the underlying dermis.

Tips

A common mistake is thinking that all layers of skin have blood vessels. Only the dermis and subcutaneous layers contain blood vessels.

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