Stratum germinativum
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Stratum germinativum or stratum basale is the layer of keratinocytes that lies at the base of the epidermis immediately above the dermis. It consists of a single layer of tall cells lying on a basement membrane. These cells undergo rapid cell division to replenish the regular loss of skin by shedding from the surface.
Basal cell carcinoma is a relatively benign form of skin cancer which arises from this layer of cells.
| Integumentary system |
| Skin - Sweat glands - Hair - Nails |
| Skin |
| Epidermis (Stratum corneum, Stratum lucidum, Stratum granulosum, Stratum spinosum, Stratum germinativum/basale) |
| Dermis - Subcutis |
