Growth and Keratinization PDF
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This document explains the growth and keratinization of skin cells. It discusses the constant cell division in the stratum basale and the replacement of keratinocytes with keratin.
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GROWTH AND KERATINIZATION GROWTH: constant cell division from stratum basale. Keratinization: replacement of keratinocytes’ intracellular content by keratin during their migration towards the surface. Scaling and replacement occurs in a two to three week’s period time. Abrasion / burns: increased m...
GROWTH AND KERATINIZATION GROWTH: constant cell division from stratum basale. Keratinization: replacement of keratinocytes’ intracellular content by keratin during their migration towards the surface. Scaling and replacement occurs in a two to three week’s period time. Abrasion / burns: increased mitotic rate in stratum basale. Epidermal growth factor (EGF) © Copyright Universidad Europea. Todos los derechos reservados
