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MeSH Heading: Suntan
Tree Number(s): G13.750.837.500
Unique ID: D055107
RDF Unique Identifier: http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D055107
Scope Note: An induced skin pigment (MELANIN) darkening after exposure to SUNLIGHT or ULTRAVIOLET RAYS. The degree of tanning depends on the intensity and duration of UV exposure, and genetic factors.
See Also: Sunbathing; Sunburn
Public MeSH Note: 2009
History Note: 2009
Date Established: 2009/01/01
Date of Entry: 2008/07/08
Revision Date: 2016/06/23

Allowable Qualifiers: drug effects (DE)

ethics (ES)

genetics (GE)

immunology (IM)

physiology (PH)

radiation effects (RE)

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