Subcutaneous Layer

hypodermis

another name for subcutaneous layer

Subcutaneous layer (hypodermis)

Functions: reduce heat loss, energy reserve, shock absorber

Men

Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat at lower back

Men

Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat at the neck

Men

Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat at the upper arms

Women

Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat buttocks

Women

Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat in the breast

Women

Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat in the hips

Women

Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat in the thigh

Men

Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat over the buttocks

Abdominal area

Location where both sex acquire fat

Subcutaneous layer (hypodermis)

consists of loose connective tissue abundant with fat cells (adipocytes)

Sub-Q

injecting into subcutaneous layer

IM intramuscular

injections in the muscle

IV intravenous

injections in the veins

subcutaneous layer (hypodermis)

not part of the integument

transdermal

relating to or denoting the application of a medicine or drug through the skin, typically by using an adhesive patch, so that it is absorbed slowly into the body.

subcutaneous layer (hypodermis)

stabilizes the position of the skin in relation to underlying tissues (muscles and organs) while permitting independent movement

superficial layer (within hypodermis)

the layer that contains arteries and viens

hypodermic

type of needle often used to administer the injection