Hypodermis – 1st Skin’s Layer
Hypodermis
Hypodermis – Skin’s Layer
The hypodermis is the deepest layer of skin. Lying below the epidermis and dermis, it accounts for approximately 15% of the thickness of the skin. Sometimes called the subcutis or subcutaneous tissue, it holds fat and blood vessels. The hypodermis serves two major purposes.
Provide insulation for the body
Store important nutrient
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