What is another name for hair follicle?

The term "pilosebaceous unit" refers to the complex structure that includes the hair follicle along with associated sebaceous glands, arrector pili muscles, and hair. This terminology emphasizes the relationship between these components and highlights the hair follicle's role within this unit.

In contrast, terms like "trichocyte" specifically refer to hair-producing cells, while "dermal papilla" denotes the structure at the base of the hair follicle that supplies nutrients and signals for hair growth, but does not encompass the entire follicle unit. "Epidermal cell" pertains to the cells making up the outer layer of skin, which is a broader classification and does not specifically identify the hair follicle. Therefore, pilosebaceous unit is the appropriate term that directly identifies the hair follicle in its functional context.