Keratinocytes / Protection

Keratinocytes / Protection

Keratinocytes (Keratin derives from Greek κέρατος the genitive form of κέρας meaning “horn”)

Keratinocytes are the predominant cell types in the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin. The primary function of keratinocytes is the formation of a barrier against environmental threats such as pathogens (bacteria, viruses, parasites), heat, radiation and water loss. It’s our outer protective coat.

 In laB. world, Keratinocytes are used as metaphors of Protection.

 

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