The Only Cell Type Found Superficial to the Stratum Spinosum

Question

The only cell type found superficial to the stratum spinosum in the epidermis is the
A) keratinocyte.
B) melanocyte.
C) dendritic cell.
D) tactile epithelial cell.

Accepted Answer

Keratinocytes are the primary cell type found in the epidermis, making up about 90% of the cells found there. They are particularly abundant in the outer layers, including the layer superficial to the stratum spinosum, which is the stratum granulosum, and eventually differentiate to form the stratum corneum.