GENERAL HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM MISCELLENOUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is the same as the subcutaneous layer?
A
epidermis
B
dermis
C
hypodermis
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The hypodermis (subcutaneous tissue) is the innermost layer of skin in your body. The dermis is the middle layer. The epidermis is the outermost layer.

Detailed explanation-2: -The hypodermis is deep to the dermis and is also called subcutaneous fascia. It is the deepest layer of skin and contains adipose lobules along with some skin appendages like the hair follicles, sensory neurons, and blood vessels.

Detailed explanation-3: -Subcutaneous tissue is the deepest skin layer that lies closest to the muscle. This layer has other names, including superficial fascia, hypodermis, subcutis, and tela subcutanea. The skin consists of layers called the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis.

Detailed explanation-4: -The hypodermis is not part of the integumentary system because it is not considered part of the true skin of the body. It is a layer of fat and connective tissue that helps to hold the skin to the tissue below.

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