scalp
The outer covering of the calvaria. It is composed of several layers: SKIN; subcutaneous connective tissue; the occipitofrontal muscle which includes the tendonous galea aponeurotica; Loose connective tissue; and the pericranium (the PERIOSTEUM of the SKULL).
SEEDED workflow status. The source-seeding rules supplied this record; consult its curation history for later attributed changes. This status does not establish human review.
Source attestations
| Source | Label / path | Assertions | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOLD | Host-associated > Mammals: Human > Integumentary system > Skin > Scalp | — |
Broader habitats
- structure with developmental contribution from neural crest
UBERON:0010314 - multi organ part structure
UBERON:0034921 - Skin
habitatmech:GOLD.4b37ab4b76
Also called
- scalpus