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.
Skin Damage Assessment. Facial skin is enclosed and evaluated in a unit called a Dermascan. Under the Dermascan's long-wave, Type A Ultraviolet light (also known as black light), the underlying condition of the skin is illuminated in various fluorescent hues.kin Damage Assessment. Facial skin is enclosed and evaluated in a unit called a Dermascan. Under the Dermascan's long-wave, Type A Ultraviolet light (also known as black light), the underlying condition of the skin is illuminated in various fluorescent hues.