MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Reticular tissue, a form of loose connective tissue wherein reticular fibres are the most predominant fibrous constituent, serves as the supporting structure of the bone marrow, liver and lymphoid organs (spleen, lymph nodes, and tonsils).

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. In addition, it separates the lobuli of glands and accompanies blood and lymph capillaries.

Detailed explanation-3: -Location. Some highly cellular locations containing reticular tissue include the endocrine glands, liver, bone marrow, and lymphoid organs.