NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SKIN

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Another name for the hypodermis layer of the skin:
A
Epidermis
B
Dermis
C
Subcutaneous
D
Sebaceous
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The subcutaneous tissue, also known as the hypodermis or superficial fascia, is the layer of tissue that underlies the skin.

Detailed explanation-2: -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.

Detailed explanation-3: -Subcutaneous tissue, also known as the hypodermis, is the innermost layer of skin. It’s made up of fat and connective tissues that house larger blood vessels and nerves. It acts as an insulator to help regulate body temperature.

Detailed explanation-4: -The dermis, found beneath the epidermis, contains connective tissue, hair follicles, blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, and sweat glands. The deeper subcutaneous tissue (hypodermis) is made of fat and connective tissue.

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