Download Integumentary System

Anatomy
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Integumentary System
Integumentary System - consists of the skin and associated structures (glands, hair, nails, etc.) that
are derived from the skin; skin is the largest organ in the body (16% of total body weight)
Dermatology
Functions of Skin
Protects against:
Structure of Skin
Epidermis
Stratum Corneum
Stratum Lucidum
Stratum Granulosum
Stratum Spinosum
Stratum Basale
Keratocytes
Melanocytes
Dermis
Papillary Layer
Dermal Papillae
Pain Receptors
Touch Receptors
Reticular Layer
Lamellar Corpuscles
Subcutaneous Tissue
Aids in:
Other Structures Associated with Skin
Hair
Glands
Exocrine Glands
Sweat Glands
Apocrine vs. Eccrine Sweat Glands
Secretion:
Structure:
Function:
Sebaceous Glands
Secretion:
Structure:
Function:
Nails