Skin
What is the predominant type of skin cell?
Kerationocyte
This gland empties into a pore and functions in temperature regulation.
Eccrine sweat gland.
carotene
4 (5 in thick skin)
What is the cell that produces the pigment that gives skin its colour?
Melanocyte
This gland is activated at puberty.
Apocrine sweat gland.
Too little oxygen circulating in the blood may result in _______, which causes a blueness of the skin.
cyanosis
Is the hypodermis (subdermis) layer part of the skin?
Yes or no?
No
What is one function of the epidermis?
protection, temperature regulation, cutaneous sensation, blood reservoir, excretion and absorption, converts Vitamin D to its active form
What type of cell functions as part of the immune system?
Intraepidermal macrophages
(dendritic cell; Langerhan's cell)
This gland empties into the hair follicle and keeps the hair and skin lubricated.
Sebaceous gland
A genetic lack of melanin causes
albinism
Where on the body is thick skin found?
Palms of hands and soles of feet.
What type of cell is found in the bottom layer of the epidermis and is responsible for the sensation of touch?
tactile cell
This smooth muscle creates "goose bumps" when it contracts.
Arrector pili
A localized collection of blood outside the blood vessels is a
hematoma
List the layers of the epidermis from superficial to deep.
stratum corneum, (stratum lucidum), stratum granulosum, stratum spinosum, stratum basale
What cell is actively mitotic?
What layer of the epidermis is it found in?
Stem Cell
Stratum Basale
ceruminous
______ is a yellowing of the skin and sclera due to excess bilirubin in the blood. It is often associated with liver disease.
Jaundice