Dermal papilla

System Integumentary
SNOMED CT 320101005

Dermal papilla

Definition

A mesodermal signaling center of the hair follicle consisting of closely packed specialized mesenchymal fibroblasts. Framed by the enlarged bulb matrix in anagen.

Also known as dermal papillae, follicular papilla — per UBERON

The Dermal papilla is a part of the Integumentary.

Also identified as