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    Glossary Hair Morphogenesis

    process of hair follicle formation and development in skin

    Hair morphogenesis is the process by which hair follicles form and develop in the skin. It involves a complex series of interactions between different cell types and signaling pathways, leading to the creation of the structures that produce hair. This process begins during embryonic development and continues to be regulated throughout life, influencing hair growth and regeneration.

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