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Chapter 5
The Integumentary System
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Anatomy
10th Grade
12/12/2012

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Defensins
Definition
natural antibodies that punch holes in bacteria
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Cathelicidins
Definition
protective peptides that prevent infection by group A Streptoccocus bacteria
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Physical/mechanical barriers
Definition
Keratin and glycolipids block most water and water-soluble substances; limited penetration of skin
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Biological barriers
Definition
dedritic cells, macrophages, and DNA
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ABCDE rule
Definition
A)Asymmetry
B)Border exhibits
C)Color is black, brown, tan, and sometimes red and blue
D)Diameter is larger than 6mm, the size of a pencil eraser
E)Elevation
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Rule of Nines
Definition
used to estimate the volume of fluid loss from burns to help determine treatment
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