A stratum (pl. strata)
is a layer, hence in the context of the skin, a stratum is a layer of
skin.
(The skin is also known as the "integument",
or "integumentary
system").
More specifically, a stratum (of skin) is a layer of tissue or layer/s
of cells.
Examples include the stratum
corneum, stratum
lucidum, stratum
granulosum,
stratum
germinativum,
(which is also known as the “Malpighian
Layer”), stratum
spinosum and the stratum
basale.
To view the locations of the strata of the skin
relative to the other key components of the skin see:
Diagram
of the Structure of the Skin. This may be of particular interest
to students of courses in massage,
reflexology, beauty therapies, and other clinical courses. |
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