Structures
What is the function of the sebaceous (oil) glands, and where do they secrete their product?
They secrete sebum (oil). It is mainly secreted into hair follicles.
Name one treatment option for acne.
OTC remedies, antibiotics, laser therapy
What does Adeno mean? A. Gland, B. Adipose, C. Joint, D. Around
A. Gland
Which layer of the skin contains blood vessels nerve fibers?
Dermis
The arrector pili, a small muscle attached to the hair follicles, is responsible for what formation when a person is cold?
Goosebumps.
This condition occurs when melanocytes stop producing melanin.
Vitiligo
What does Cutaneo mean? A. Cut, B. Skin, C. Cuticle, D. New Cut
B. Skin
Which type of sweat gland becomes active at puberty and is found in the armpits and groin?
Apocrine sweat glands
What are the two sweat glands of the integumentary system?
Apocrine glands and Eccrine glands.
Psoriasis is a(n) _____ disorder.
Autoimmune
What does Melan mean? A. White, B. Skin hormone, C. Black, D. Color
C. Black
Which gland produces sweat and is found throughout the skin to help cool the body?
Eccrine sweat glands
Which cell is responsible for melanin production?
Melanocyte
What is the most malignant type of skin cancer?
Melanoma
What does Pil- mean? A. Papilla, B. Arrector Pili, C. Shaft, D. Hair
D. Hair
Which layer of the skin must be reached for a tattoo to be permanent?
Dermis
Which cell is responsible for keratin production?
Keratinocyte
What is an example of a bacterial skin infection?
Cellulitis, impetigo
What does Lipo mean? A. Fat, B. Stones, C. Hair, D. Lymph
A. Fat
Which type of gland is most associated with acne?
Sebaceous glands (oil glands)