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    GlossaryDermal Sheath

    layer of connective tissue surrounding and supporting hair follicle

    The dermal sheath is a layer of connective tissue that surrounds the hair follicle, providing structural support and playing a role in hair growth and regeneration. It contains cells that can influence the behavior of the hair follicle, making it important in studies of hair loss and treatments for conditions like alopecia.

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