GENERAL HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM

EPIDERMIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What layer of tissue contains fat cells?
A
stratum basale
B
papillary layer
C
subcutaneous tissue (hypodermis)
D
stratum lucidum
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The hypodermis layer includes: Adipose tissue: Adipose tissue is a fatty tissue that consists mostly of adipocytes. Blood vessels: Blood vessels include arteries, capillaries and veins.

Detailed explanation-2: -Subcutaneous tissue is the deepest layer of your skin. It’s made up mostly of fat cells and connective tissue. The majority of your body fat is stored here. The subcutaneous layer acts as a layer of insulation to protect your internal organs and muscles from shock and changes in temperature.

Detailed explanation-3: -The hypodermis contains collagen, fibers, adipose tissue (fat cells), connective tissue, larger nerves and blood vessels. It also includes macrophages, cells that are part of the immune system and help keep your body free of intruders.

Detailed explanation-4: -Subcutaneous fat is a type of fat that’s stored just beneath your skin. Your skin is made up of three layers – the epidermis, dermis and subcutaneous fat. Subcutaneous fat is the deepest layer of your skin.

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