Dermatopathology Lesson 2:The Basics of Dermatopathology
Objectives
Learn normal skin histology, including the layers of the skin and adnexal structures
Learn the basics of immunohistochemistry
Learn how to distinguish between a keratinocyte and a melanocyte
Learn common pathological descriptive words that are used in daily practice
Learn the basics of immunofluoresence and how it is used
To Do List:
Take pre-module quiz
Watch assigned videos
Take post-lesson quiz
Pre-lesson assessment
Normal Skin Histology
Keratinocytes vs. Melanocytes
Immunohistains of the Normal Skin: Part 1
Immunostains of Normal Skin: Part 2
Immunostain Summary Chart
Common Histologic Descriptors
This is a very handy chart that summarizes many of the common terms used to describe the lesions under the microscope!
Post Quiz
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