Epidermal
Epidermal
Epidermal (pronunciation: /ɛpɪˈdɜːrməl/) is an adjective that pertains to the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin. The term is derived from the Greek words 'epi' meaning 'over' or 'upon', and 'derma' meaning 'skin'.
Etymology
The term 'epidermal' is derived from the Greek words 'epi' (ἐπί), meaning 'over' or 'upon', and 'derma' (δέρμα), meaning 'skin'. It was first used in the English language in the early 19th century to describe anything related to the epidermis.
Related Terms
- Epidermis: The outermost layer of the skin in mammals, composed of multiple layers of cells.
- Dermis: The layer of skin beneath the epidermis, containing hair follicles, sweat glands, sebaceous glands, apocrine glands, lymphatic vessels and blood vessels.
- Subcutaneous tissue: The layer of tissue beneath the dermis, consisting mainly of fat and connective tissue.
- Keratinocyte: The predominant cell type in the epidermis, responsible for the production of keratin.
- Stratum corneum: The outermost layer of the epidermis, composed of dead, keratinized cells.
- Stratum basale: The deepest layer of the epidermis, where new skin cells are produced.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Epidermal
- Wikipedia's article - Epidermal
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