PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

SKIN

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which skin layer is composed of dead cells? (check all that apply)
A
stratum corneum
B
stratum lucidum
C
stratum spinosum
D
stratum basale
E
stratum germinativum
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The stratum lucidum (Latin, ‘clear layer’) is a thin, clear layer of dead skin cells in the epidermis named for its translucent appearance under a microscope.

Detailed explanation-2: -The stratum lucidum is a thin, transparent layer of keratinocytes that are becoming less round and have a flatter shape. The top layer of the epidermis. This is the layer of the epidermis that you see.

Detailed explanation-3: -Stratum lucidum is a thin, clear layer of dead skin cells in the epidermis of the skin. It is composed of five layers of dead flattened keratinocytes. These cells do not feature distinct boundaries and are filled with eleidin, an intermediate form of keratin.

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