Stratum germinativum

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Stratum germinativum or stratum basale is the layer of keratinocytes that lies at the base of the epidermis immediately above the dermis. It consists of a single layer of tall, simple columnar epithelial cells lying on a basement membrane. These cells undergo rapid cell division to replenish the regular loss of skin by shedding from the surface.
Basal cell carcinoma is a relatively benign form of skin cancer which arises from this layer of cells.

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Stratum germinativum

Integumentary system - [http://encycl.opentopia.com/ edit]
Skin > Sweat glands | Sebaceous glands | Hair | Nails
Skin
Epidermis (Stratum corneum, Stratum lucidum, Stratum granulosum, Stratum spinosum, Stratum germinativum/basale)
Dermis > Subcutis

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