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This is incorrect. Langerhans cells, located in the epidermis, act as the outermost guard of the skin against pathogens. Langerhan cells play a vital role in the development of atopic eczema as well as atopic dermatitis.
10004317
b
Langerhans cells
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This is correct. Melanocytes produce the pigment melanin inside melanosomes. This contributes to skin pigmentation. Vitiligo occurs when melanocytes die or stop producing melanin.
10004316
a
Melanocytes
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This is incorrect. The subcutaneous adipose cells are involved in regulating the storage and usage of lipid energy. This aids in insulating the body, cushioning and protecting against blunt trauma and conserving a source of energy.
10004320
e
Subcutaneous adipose cells
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This is incorrect. Merkel cells are located in the epidermis and are essential for light touch sensation hence play a vital role in mechanoreceptor and nociceptive responses.
10004318
c
Merkel cells
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This is incorrect. Dermal fibroblasts are located in the dermis and are involved in wound healing.
10004319
d
Dermal fibroblasts
Concept
Chapter
2693
4265
Anatomy of the skin
Topic
144
Dermatology
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A 22-year-old woman presents to the dermatology clinic with pale patches on her skin that she has noticed for the past 2 months. She is later diagnosed with vitiligo.

Malfunction of which cells cause vitiligo?
a