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| Subcutaneous tissue | |
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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 |
| Dorlands/Elsevier | t_03/12792614 |
The subcutaneous tissue or subcutis is the layer of tissue directly underlying the dermis.[1] It is mainly composed of adipose tissue. Its thickness depends on the amount of fat present.[2] 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. 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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