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| The distribution of the bloodvessels in the skin of the sole of the foot. (Subcutaneous tissue is labeled at bottom left. ) | |
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| Cross-section of all skin layers. (Subcutis labeled at bottom right. ) | |
| Latin | tela subcutanea |
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The subcutaneous tissue or subcutis is the layer of tissue directly underlying the cutis. Latin ( lingua Latīna, laˈtiːna is an Italic language, historically spoken in Latium and Ancient Rome. Elsevier, the world's largest Publisher of Medical and Scientific literature, forms part of the Reed Elsevier group Cutis is the combined term for the epidermis and the Dermis, the two outer layers of the Skin. It is mainly composed of adipose tissue. "Adipose" redirects here For the Doctor Who monster see " Partners in Crime " Its physiological function includes insulation and storage of nutrients.
Injections
Subcutaneous injections are given by injecting a fluid or a solid pellet into the subcutis. It is used to administer a variety of medical treatments. Subcutaneous injections of fluid are used to administer vaccines and medications. A pellet may be injected to deliver long-lasting doses of medication such as goserelin. Goserelin Acetate is an injectable Gonadotropin releasing hormone super-agonist ( GnRH agonist) also known as an LHRH agonist Subcutaneous injections provide slow and constant absorption and are one of the parenteral routes of administration.
 10. 8mg implant syringe for subcutaneous use |
 A typical injection site post-implant. The entry wound and pellet ejection bruise can clearly be seen here |
See also
- Radio-frequency identification (RFID) - implantable devices
- Skin
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