functions of skin
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Seminar on Functions of Skin
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Sanjay George
FUNCTIONS OF SKIN
INTRODUCTION
• Functions of epidermis.
• Functions of dermis and dermo-epidermal junction.
FUNCTIONS OF EPIDERMIS
• Cornification
• Barrier function
• Permeability
• Maintenance of fluid and electrolyte balance
• Thermoregulation
• Pigmentation
• Immune function
• Sensory receptor
• Vitamin D Synthesis
Photomicrograph of normal epidermis
FUNCTIONS OF DERMO-EPIDERMAL JUNCTION
• Attachment of dermis to epidermis
• Support to epidermis
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