Anatomy and function of the skin: Part 2-The epidermis

Article Abstract:

The epidermis is the outer layer of the skin varying in thickness and consisting of a number of layers. It contains no blood vessels and its primary function is to act as physical and biological barriers to the environment, preventing penetration by irritants and allergens and loss of water, while maintaining internal homeostasis.

Anatomy, Epidermis

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Anatomy and function of the skin: Part 4-Appendages

Article Abstract:

Skin has three important components, hair follicles and sebaceous glands, eccrine and apocrine sweat glands and the nails, known as appendages of the epidermis. All these appendages lie within the dermis and subcutis but connect with the surface.

Medical examination, Nails (Anatomy), Physiology, Sweat glands

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Anatomy and function of the skin: Part I

Article Abstract:

The anatomy and functions of skin, the largest organ in the body, are examined. The importance of the functions of the skin to one's health and well-being is emphasized.

Body covering (Anatomy)

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