Mammography Jeopardy Practice Test

Which layer of fat lies directly beneath the skin?

Visceral fat layer Subcutaneous fat layer Intermuscular fat Epicardial fat

Correct Answer:

Subcutaneous fat layer

Explanation:

The layer directly beneath the skin is the subcutaneous fat, also called the hypodermis. This superficial adipose tissue sits between the skin and the deeper fascia and muscles, providing insulation, padding, and energy storage. The other fat types are located deeper: visceral fat surrounds internal organs within the abdominal cavity, intermuscular fat lies between muscle groups, and epicardial fat sits around the heart.

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