Which of the following is true concerning epidermal histology?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking which statement about epidermal histology is true. It presents multiple statements regarding various aspects of the epidermis, specifically about keratinocytes, stratum layers, blood vessels, and melanocytes.
Answer
The stratum spinosum contains lamellar granules which seal moisture within the epidermis.
The stratum spinosum contains lamellar granules which are responsible for sealing moisture within the epidermis.
Answer for screen readers
The stratum spinosum contains lamellar granules which are responsible for sealing moisture within the epidermis.
More Information
Lamellar granules, found in the stratum spinosum and sometimes the stratum granulosum, play a key role in maintaining the skin's barrier by sealing in moisture.
Tips
Be mindful of the specific roles of each layer of the epidermis to avoid confusing their functions.
Sources
- Histology, Skin - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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