2 doctors agreed: CFTR: Cystic fibrosis is caused by a mutation of the cftr gene, or cystic fibrosis transmembrane regulator, on chromosome 7. Cftr works as a chloride ion channel which helps to regulate chloride and sodium movement in your lungs and sweat ducts. ...Read more.
1. JKJones (Pharmacist (Verified)) - 11 / 08 / 2010. Desquamation is the natural shedding and peeling of the outermost layers of the skin. When there is damage to the skin or this process is interrupted or changed, there may be additional shedding and peeling.
desquamation. [desâ²kwÉmÄâ²shÉn]. Etymology: L, desquamare, to take off scales. a normal process in which the cornified layer of the epidermis is sloughed in fine scales. Certain conditions, injuries, and medications accelerate desquamation and may cause peeling and the loss of deeper layers of the skin. Also called exfoliation. desquamate, v., desquamative adj.