The distribution of the bloodvessels in the skin of the sole of the foot. (Subcutaneous tissue is labeled at bottom left.)
The subcutis is the layer of tissue directly underlying the cutis. It is mainly composed of adipose tissue. Its physiological function includes insulation and storage of nutrients. Directly below the subcutis is usually a layer of muscle (covered in a fascia) or bone (covered in periosteum). Image File history File links Gray942. ... Image File history File links Gray942. ... Cutis is the combined term for the epidermis and the dermis, the two outer layers of the skin. ... Adipose tissue is an anatomical term for loose connective tissue composed of adipocytes. ... A top-down view of skeletal muscle Muscle is contractile tissue of the body and is derived from the mesodermal layer of embryonic germ cells. ... Fascia is specialized connective tissue layer which surrounds muscles, bones, and joints, providing support and protection and giving structure to the body. ... Grays illustration of a human femur, a typically recognized bone. ... The periosteum is an envelope of fibrous connective tissue that is wrapped around the bone in all places except at joints (which are protected by cartilage). ...
Subcutaneous (abbr: subq) injections are given by injecting a fluid into the subcutis. It is relatively painless and an effective way to administer particular types of medication. Certain depot injections, such as goserelin, are a solid or oil-based medication which is administered subcutaneously where it releases its agent slowly over a period of weeks. An injection is a method of putting liquid into the body with a hollow needle and a syringe which is pierced through the skin long enough for the material to be forced into the body. ... A Depot is usually a centralised store or operating base for logistical use by commercial or governmental bodies. ... Goserelin is an injectable luteinising hormone-releasing hormone analogue (LHRHa). ...
Subcutaneous layer of skin
The dermis rests on this layer, sometimes referred to as the hypodermis. It consists of loose connective tissue and large amounts of adipose tissue (fat). This is the body's insulation and energy reserve. Continuous bundles of elastic fibers connect the subcutaneous tissue with the dermis. The blood vessels that supply the skin and help regulate body temperature run through the subcutaneous layer. This layer also contains nerves and nerve endings.
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