PATHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The top layer of the epidermis. This is the layer of the epidermis that you see. In the stratum corneum, keratinocytes become corneocytes (corn-ee-o-site). Corneocytes are strong, dead keratinocytes, and they protect you from harm, including abrasions, light, heat and pathogens.

Detailed explanation-2: -Layers of Epidermis The layers of the epidermis include the stratum basale (the deepest portion of the epidermis), stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum, stratum lucidum, and stratum corneum (the most superficial portion of the epidermis).

Detailed explanation-3: -The stratum corneum is the outermost layer of the epidermis and is composed of dead scale-like cells that become progressively flattened and joined together. This layer stains pink and is an area for constant loss of dead cells.