keratinization
noun [ U ] biology specialized uk/ˌker.ə.tɪn.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/ us/ˌker.ə.tən.ɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/ (UK usually keratinisation)
角质化
the process in which cytoplasm (= the substance surrounding a cell nucleus) in the top layer of skin cells changes into, or changes so as to contain, keratin (= a strong natural protein, the main substance that forms hair, nails, horns, feathers, etc.)
Keratinization is the acquisition of a horn-like character by the epithelial tissue in many parts of the body. 角质化是指身体许多部分的上皮细胞获得了类似犄角的特征。
Acne may be a manifestation of a keratinization disorder. 粉刺可能是角质化紊乱的一种表现。
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- As cells move from one epithelial layer to the next, they accumulate more and more keratin through a process called keratinization.
- These changes manifest as "dry" patches and keratinization of the conjunctiva.
- Androgens enhance sebum production and keratinization.