Structure of Skin Flashcards
(7 cards)
What is Dermis?
The inner layer of dense connective tissue
What’s the name of the upper layer with dermis papillae?
Papillary Layer
The function of Papillary Layer
Form fingerprint patterns and pain and touch receptors
What is the name of the deepest layer with blood vessels?
Reticular Layer
What’s the function of the Reticular Layer?
oil and sweat glands, deep pressure receptors, and Phagocytes- protects from bacteria
What do Collagen Fibers do?
toughness and keeps skin hydrated
What does hypodermis do?
subcutaneous adipose tissue protects and insulates organs