The epidermis exhibits stratified squamous epithlium. The keratin layer shows a basket weave pattern. The epidermis contains cells with clearing in the cytoplasm.
Some cells cluster at the dermal-epidermal junction.
Others are scatted singly and may infiltrate into the epidermis. The dermis is composed of mature collagen containing blood vessels. Search Medline at National Library of Medicine Please be patient during transfer. Medline will open in a new window.