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Epidermis

Also called Outer skin layer

AnatomyDermatologyPathologyImportant

The outermost, avascular skin layer providing a protective barrier against pathogens, UV radiation, and water loss.

Korean

표피

피부의 최외층 상피; 자외선·물리적 자극·세균 침입으로부터 신체를 보호하며 각질형성세포가 주요 구성 세포.

French

Épiderme

Couche cutanée la plus externe et avasculaire, formant une barrière protectrice contre les agents pathogènes, les rayons UV et la perte d'eau.

Word parts

  • epi-Prefix(Greek) Upon, above, over
  • derm/oRootSkin

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