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The extent of the germinal matrix of the nail, lies beneath the nail fold, extends beneath the nail root and generates nail tissue.

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What is a nail bed?

The nail bed is part of the nail matrix called the sterile matrix. It extends from the edge of the germinal matrix, or lunula, to the hyponychium. The nail bed contains the blood vessels, nerves, and melanocytes, or melanin-producing cells. As the nail is produced by the root, it streams down along the nail bed, which adds material to the undersurface of the nail making it thicker. It is important for normal nail growth that the nail bed be smooth. If it is not, the nail may split or develop grooves that can be cosmetically unappealing.


Where is the dividing cells of a nail located?

Nails grow by mitosis of cells in the stratum germinativum beneath the lunula (it looks like part of the noon) on the nail bed; average growth is about 0.5 mm per week, or slightly over 1 inch per year.


What is a nail matrix?

The nail matrix forms the nail and lies beneath the lunule.


Where is the nail formed?

nail matrix


Name of the arteries which supply the nail matrix?

name the arteries which supply the nail matrix?


Germinal matrix hemorrhage?

A Germinal matrix hemorrhage is a bleeding into the subependymal germinal matrix with or without subsequent rupture into the lateral ventricle. The microcirculation in this particular area is extremely sensitive to hypoxia and changes in perfusion pressure. It is most frequent before 35 weeks gestation and is typically seen in low birth-weight babies.


The nail bed is also called a sterile matrix?

Yes the nail bed is called the sterile matrix.


A nail will grow from the?

A nail will grow from the nail matrix, located beneath the epidermis.


What is the most actively growing portion of a nail?

The most active growing portion of the nail is the Lunula. The Lunula is the white lower part of your nail closest to your skin.


What is the function of the nail groove?

Holds The root and matrix of the nail


Is the lunula the part of the nail where the natural nail is formed?

No, It is the Matrix.


What secures the nail to the digit?

The Cuticle secures the nail to the digit i believe