GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The main function of fibroblasts is to maintain the structural integrity of connective tissues by continuously secreting precursors of the extracellular matrix. Fibroblasts secrete the precursors of all the components of the extracellular matrix, primarily the ground substance and a variety of fibers.

Detailed explanation-2: -Fibroblasts are the most common cell type of connective tissue. They produce both fibers and amorphous ground substance.

Detailed explanation-3: -The living cells found in connective tissue mostly work to produce, maintain or break down the matrix. Blast cells build new matrix, cyte cells maintain existing matrix and clast cells break down matrix.

Detailed explanation-4: -The fibers and other components of the connective tissue matrix are secreted by fibroblasts. Loose connective tissue, also called areolar connective tissue, has a sampling of all of the components of a connective tissue.

Detailed explanation-5: -Fibroblasts. Fibroblasts produce and maintain the extracellular matrix. They are the most common cell type in connective tissue.