The removal of cells or tissues for examination by a pathologist.

Abnormal cells in the body that divide uncontrollably.

To destroy tissue using a hot or cold instrument, an electrical current, or a chemical that burns or dissolves the tissue to kill tumors or stop bleeding.

An infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, characterized by tenderness, fever, and blisters.

A condition in which the oxygen supply is restricted, causing the skin to look blue.

Closed sac containing fluid or semisolid material.

Excision of damaged tissues and cell debris from a wound or burn to prevent infection and promote healing.

A net loss of water that results in insufficient water in blood and other tissues.

A procedure to remove superficial scars using sandpaper or revolving wire brushes.

Medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating skin disorders.

Study of disorders of the skin.

The layer of skin that is made of dense, irregular connective tissue that houses blood vessels, hair follicles, sweat glands, and other structures.

Non-infectious, inflammatory disease presenting as redness, blisters, scabs, and itching.

Swelling due to excessive liquid in the tissues.

The outer, protective layer of the skin.

Excisional skin surgery

A surgical procedure used to remove moles, cysts, skin cancer, and other skin growths using local anesthesia.

A form of active transport in which a cell exports material using vesicular transport.

A condition in which conservation of the body core heat results in the skin freezing.

Death of tissue due to blood supply loss.

Also known as the subcutaneous layer; the layer of the skin below the dermis that is composed mainly of loose connective and fatty tissues.

A cut made in the body to perform surgery.

The invasion and growth of bacteria, viruses, yeast, fungi, or other microorganisms in the body.

Cells that manufacture and store the protein keratin.

A specialized sensory nerve structure that responds to light touch.

A cell that produces the pigment melanin.

The process in which cancer spreads from one part of the body to another.

A benign growth on the skin that is formed by a cluster of melanocytes.

A growth or lump that may be malignant or benign.

A fungal infection of the nail.

Integumentary System Flashcards

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1.

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Abscess

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An enclosed collection of pus in tissues, organs, or confined spaces in the body.

2.

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Adipocyte

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Fat cell.

3.

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Adipose tissue

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Fat tissue.

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Autonomic

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Involuntary or unconscious.

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Avascular

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Without blood vessels.

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Bacteria

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Single-cell microorganisms that reproduce by cell division and may cause infection by invading body tissue.

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Benign

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Non-cancerous.

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