subcutis

(noun)

The inner layer of skin that is also called the hypodermis or subcutaneous layer.

Related Terms

Examples of subcutis in the following topics:

  • What is Skin?

    • The deepest layer of the skin is called the subcutaneous layer, the subcutis, or the hypodermis. 
    • Importantly, the subcutis contains a layer of fat. 

  • Structure of the Skin: Dermis

    • It is alternatively termed hypodermis, subcutis, or subcutaneous tissue.