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Research Article| Volume 6, ISSUE 4, P1-6, October 1988

The embryology and development of human scalp hair

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      In summary, without a basic knowledge of embryology and development of human hair many abnormalities that occur in early postnatal life cannot be classified. Classification of abnormalities is necessary if specific genetic or biochemical causes are to be looked for and prognosis and genetic counseling accurately assessed.
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