The Integumentary System The Skin and Body Membranes 2 Body Membranes Anatomy of the Integumentary System Physiology of the Integumentary System Diseases and Conditions Developmental Aspects This presentation focuses on the Integumentary System or Skin and its derivatives. The skin is one type of epithelial membrane. 2 Body Membranes 3 3 Body Membranes Two major groups: Epithelial Membranes Connective Tissue Membranes 4 Image is of ciliated columnar epithelium 4 Epithelial Membranes 5 Cutaneous Membrane Mucous Membranes Serous Membranes All function in covering and lining Always combined with underlying layer of connective tissue This presentation focuses on the cutaneous membrane or skin