Video Quiz #2 Tattoos and Skin

When getting a tattoo, ink pigments are injected into which layer of the skin? Why?

What layer of skin is this?

• epidermis

• dermis

• hypodermis

• melanin

What layer of skin is this

• hypodermis

• epidermis

• dermis

• sweat gland

What layer of skin is this

• Melanin

• epidermis

• dermis

• hypodermis

The middle layer of the skin where blood vessels and sensory receptors can be found is the

• follicle

• epidermis

• dermis

• hypodermis

The layer of fatty tissue found deeper (below) the dermis is called the

• reticular region

• papillary layer

• epidermis

• subcutaneous layer

ink is absorbed by what types of cells?

• fibroblasts

• mast cells

• macrophages

• osteocytes

Discuss the role of white blood cells when getting a tattoo then discuss how laser tattoo removal influences the function of the white blood cells

Tattoos will fade by what two factors (select two answers)

• fibroblasts die off

• mast cells die off

• uv radiation

• macrophages die off

Why should you avoid taking aspirin or painkillers when getting a tattoo?

• causes blood to thin which can lead to more bleeding

• causes blood to become to thick so clotting occurs

• causes blood to become to acidic so it mixes with the ink