Acanthosis is_____________?
Correct answer: D. Increase in thickness of spinous layer
- A. Increase in mitotic division
- B. Increase in thickness of superficial layer
- C. Disruption of basal lamina
- D. Increase in thickness of spinous layer
Explanation
Acanthosis means increased thickness of the stratum spinosum, producing epithelial thickening. It is different from hyperkeratosis, which is increased thickness of the keratin layer.
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