This Benign Tumor of Fat Cells That Clinically Appears as a Yellowish

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Multiple Choice

This benign tumor of fat cells that clinically appears as a yellowish mass surfaced by a thin layer of epithelium is referred to as a

• A) chondroma.
• B) rhabdomyosarcoma.
• C) lipoma.
• D) lymphoma.

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Definitions:

Melanocytes

Cells located in the bottom layer of the skin's epidermis that produce melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color.

Avascular

Characterized by or pertaining to tissues that do not contain blood vessels; often referring to areas where healing may be impaired due to lack of blood flow.

Epidermal Layers

The layers of the epidermis, the outermost part of the skin, responsible for skin water resistance and barrier protection.

Lucidum

A thin, translucent layer of the epidermis located beneath the stratum corneum, primarily found in the palms of the hands and soles of the feet.