Predictive Model of Nail Consistency Using Scanning Electron Microscopy with Energy-Dispersive X-Ray.

ABSTRACT: The nail plate is made up of tightly packed keratin-rich cells. Factors such as the special distribution of the intermediate filaments in each layer (dorsal, intermediate, and ventral), the relative thickness of the layers, and their chemical composition define the characteristics of each nail. The main objective of this study is to determine nail consistency by calculating a predictive model based on elemental composition analysis using scanning electron microscopy. Nail consistency was determined in 57 participants (29 women and 28 men) in two age groups (young people and adults). Elemental composition was analysed in each layer using scanning SEM-EDS, and nail plate thickness was measured by image analysis. A total of 12 elements were detected in nail plates, of which carbon, nitrogen,

SUBMITTER: Mingorance Alvarez E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7828269 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature