PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

SKIN

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

Detailed explanation-1: -Your skin has three main layers, and the dermis (corium) is the middle layer of skin in your body. The other two layers of skin are your epidermis and hypodermis. Your dermis layer consists of two layers of its own. Corium is another name for the dermis.

Detailed explanation-2: -The second layer of the skin (located under the epidermis) is called the dermis; it contains collagen and elastin, blood vessels, lymph vessels, nerve endings, sweat glands, sebaceous (oil) glands, and hair follicles.

Detailed explanation-3: -The dermis is the most important part of the skin and is often referred to as the “true skin” [3]. It is the thickest layer of the skin, varying in thickness from 0.2 mm to 4 mm. The reticular dermis anchors the skin to the subcutaneous tissue and contains sweat glands, hair follicles, nerves, and blood vessels [1].

Detailed explanation-4: -Collagen. Elastic tissue. Reticular fibers. 26-Apr-2022

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