The Sub-cutaneous layer is an important component
of the skin (also known as the "integument", or "integumentary
system").
The sub-cutaneous (or subcutaneous) layer of the skin is located beneath
the dermis.
“Sub-cutaneous” (or “subcutaneous”) is also an
adjective used to mean “beneath the skin”.
An example of "sub-cutaneous" used as
an adjective is the term "sub-cutaneous injection" which refers
to an injection into the sub-cutaneous layer of the skin.
To view the location of the Sub-cutaneous 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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