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The Role of Integument in Protecting the Body
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The Role of Integument in Protecting the Body
The integumentary system comprises of nerves, glands, nails, hair and the skin. The
primary function of the integumentary system is to protect the body from both mechanical and
chemical harm. The integumentary system does this by providing protection to the body from the
outside world. However, the integumentary system works with other systems of the body to
achieve effective body protection (Lopez-Ojeda et al.). The integumentary system works with
other subsystems within the body to perform its functions optimally and in effectively. Thus,
without other subsystems within the body, it cannot effectively perform its defensive function to
the body. Some of the functions of integumentary system are, body protection from dehydration,
body protection against infections and invasion and protection of the internal organs of the body.
One of the protective functions of the integumentary system is serving as immune
mechanism for the body. The integumentary system facilitates this through the secretion of oil
through the tiny glands in the skin. The secreted oil enhances the skin’s barrier functions. The
skin as part of the integumentary system also has the immune cells that is the first line of defense
of the body against infections and chemical harm. The skin also enables the absorption of
vitamin D into the body which is essential for healthy and strong bones (Lopez-Ojeda et al.). One
of the instances where the integumentary system works with other subsystems is in the
production of body oils through the tiny glands to protect the body against infections. The fats
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