Histology Presentation | 04 May 2023

Integumentary
System
GROUP 2
IUP
THICK SKIN
 Epidermis
S. spinosum S. Basale

S. Granulosum

S. corneum

stain H&E high magnification

 Dermis
Second Layer
Part of The Cutaneous Layer Stratum Papilllare
H&E Stains, Cross Section Cut of Skin 20%

Subdivided into 2 zones,

Stratum Papillary and Stratum Reticulare

Have a fatty tissue attached under the dermis

layer called Adipose or Subcutis Tissue Stratum Reticulare
80%

Functions,
To Provide Structural Support, regulate it's
Elasticity, and Maintain it's barrier function. As
well as to support the immune system.
 Stratum Papillare
c
Merkel Cell
Tactile Receptors
Allow Sensation of touch, allow to
discriminate different shapes and textures
H&E Stain, Cross
Section Cut, 50x Stratum Reticulare
Magnification

This layer consists of Dense

Irregular connective tissue.

Containing coarse of collagen

fibers whose paths are intersecting
but always parallel to the surface.

Serves to give the skin its overall

Strength and Elasticity/ Flexibility.

Housing important epithelial

derived Structures such as glands
and Hair Follicles
ECM
 HYPODERMIS

hypodermis
HYPODERMIS
THIN SKIN
Thin Skin H&E Stained
 Dermis

Eccrine Sweat Glands

Papilla Dermae H&E H&E Stained
Stained
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