PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

SKIN

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
At the base of each hair, this releases oil to protect the body.
A
Blood vessels
B
Nerves
C
Oil glands
D
Sweat glands
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Sebaceous glands are organs connected to your hair follicle that release an oily protective substance called sebum.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sebaceous glands are located in the mid-dermis and almost always develop alongside a hair follicle, with an outlet emptying into the follicular canal. This association is known as the pilosebaceous unit.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sebum is a sticky, oily substance produced by the sebaceous glands, which sit in the middle layers of the skin, near hair follicles. Sebum helps moisturize and protect the skin.

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