GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The skin interacts with the body’s immune system in many ways to protect the body from infection, serving as a physical barrier to disease-causing microorganisms.

Detailed explanation-2: -The skin acts as a barrier between the external environment and the rest of the body. It retains body fluids and defends against the entry of invaders such as viruses, bacteria and parasites. It also helps to maintain a constant body temperature.

Detailed explanation-3: -The skin and other parts of the integumentary system work with other organ systems to maintain homeostasis. The skin works with the immune system to defend the body from pathogens by serving as a physical barrier to microorganisms.