GENERAL HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM MISCELLENOUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the function of the reticular tissue in the dermis?
A
Reserve of fuel source
B
Wraps and cushions
C
Waterproofing
D
Supports and protects
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It’s thick, and it contains blood vessels, glands, hair follicles, lymphatics, nerves and fat cells. A net-like structure of elastin fibers and collagen fibers surrounds the reticular dermis. These fibers support your skin’s overall structure, as well as allow it to move and stretch.

Detailed explanation-2: -Like ordinary connective tissue throughout the body, connective tissue of the dermis serves several distinct functions. Tough collagen fibers and resilient elastic fibers provide mechanical strength for skin.

Detailed explanation-3: -The reticular dermis is the lower layer of the dermis, found under the papillary dermis, composed of dense irregular connective tissue featuring densely-packed collagen fibers. It is the primary location of dermal elastic fibers. The reticular region is usually much thicker than the overlying papillary dermis.

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