Stratum lucidum of epidermis

System Integumentary
SNOMED CT 419156002

Stratum lucidum of epidermis

Definition

Located between the stratum granulosum and stratum corneum layers, it is composed of three to five layers of dead, flattened keratinocytes. The keratinocytes of the stratum lucidum do not feature distinct boundaries and are filled with eleidin, an intermediate form of keratin.

Also known as epidermis stratum lucidum, stratum conjunctum of epidermis — per UBERON

The Stratum lucidum of epidermis is a part of the Integumentary.

Also identified as