GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Reticular fibers consist of collagen type III, they are thin delicate fibers that form meshlike networks in organs such as the spleen, kidneys and lymph nodes.

Detailed explanation-2: -Reticular connective tissue forms the basic framework of and fulfills specific functions in the bone marrow, spleen, and lymph nodes. It also occurs in the tonsils, solitary lymphatic nodules, and Peyer’s patches of the ileum.

Detailed explanation-3: -Reticular cells provide structural support, since they produce and maintain the thin networks of fibres that are a framework for most lymphoid organs.

Detailed explanation-4: -The reticular fibers form a labyrinth-like stroma to support free blood cells (large lymphocytes) in many lymphoid organs. Examples of lymphoid organs containing reticular fibers are lymph nodes, red bone marrow, and spleen.

Detailed explanation-5: -Spleen is the largest lymphatic organ. It is enclosed by a solid connective tissue capsule composed of dense collagenous connective tissue with small amount of reticular fibers and dispersed smooth muscle cells.