Skin Histology Flashcards by Ibrahim El-Mahdy

Q

What is the function of stratum basale?

A

Mitosis

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What is the function of stratum spinosum?

A

Keratin synthesis

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What does the stratum spinosum contain?

A

Desmosomes and lamellated granules

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What does the stratum granulosum contain?

A

Keratohyaline granules and lamellar bodies

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What does the stratum corneum undergo?

A

Desquamation

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What does the stratum corneum contain?

A

Flat dead cells of keratin only

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Q

What is the site of melanocytes?

A

Stratum basale

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What is the function of melanocytes?

A

Synthesis of melanin

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What is the site of Langerhans cell?

A

Stratum spinosum

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What is the function of langerhans’ cell?

A

Ag Presenting cell

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Where is merkel cell located?

A

Stratum basale

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What is Merkel cell’s function?

A

Sensory receptor for light touch

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