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Skin Physiology
Medical Definition: | The functions of the skin in the human and animal body. It includes the pigmentation of the skin and its appendages. |
Guide Notes: | GEN or unspecified; prefer specifics; DF: SKIN PHYSIOL |
Previously Indexed: | Skin/physiology (1966-1997) |
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Skin Absorption |
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Skin Aging - The process of aging due to changes in the structure and elasticity of the skin over time. It may be a part of physiological aging or it may be due to the effects of ultraviolet radiation, usually through exposure to sunlight. |
Skin Physiology Medical Definitions and Terms
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