The integumentary system is protected by the action of cells that arise from bone marrow and migrate to the epidermis. Which of the following cells serve this function?
A) cells found in the stratum spinosum
B) macrophages called dendritic cells (Langerhans Cell)
C) keratinocytes, because they are so versatile
D) tactile cells

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Dendritic cells, also known as Langerhans cells, are immune cells that arise from bone marrow and migrate to the epidermis. They help protect the integumentary system by detecting and responding to foreign substances that may penetrate the skin.

The Integumentary System Is Protected by the Action of Cells