GENERAL HISTOLOGY

CONNECTIVE TISSUE GLAND

CONNECTIVE TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Select all that apply-which fibers are the main fibers found in connective tissue?
A
collagen
B
elastic
C
reticular
D
triglycerides
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In Reticular Connective Tissue type III collagen/reticular fiber (100-150 nm in diameter) is the major fiber component. It forms the architectural framework of liver, adipose tissue, bone marrow, spleen and basement membrane, to name a few.

Detailed explanation-2: -A reticular fiber is the connective tissue fiber that is comprised predominantly of type III collagen. The type III collagen in reticular fiber is secreted by reticular cells. A reticular cell is a special type of fibroblast. It synthesizes collagen alpha-1 (III) for use in the production of reticular fibers.

Detailed explanation-3: -Three main types of fibers are secreted by fibroblasts: collagen fibers, elastic fibers, and reticular fibers.

Detailed explanation-4: -There are four classes of connective tissues: BLOOD, BONES, CARTILAGE and CONNECTIVE TISSUE PROPER.

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