MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Fibroblasts’ most well-known biological role is the production of the rich ECM of connective tissues. Fibroblasts produce and secrete all components of the ECM, including the structural proteins, adhesive proteins, and a space-filling ground substance composed of glycosaminoglycans and proteoglycans.

Detailed explanation-2: -The fibers and other components of the connective tissue matrix are secreted by fibroblasts.

Detailed explanation-3: -A connective tissue that contains a large network of reticular fibers is called a reticular connective tissue. The reticular fibers are made up mainly of type III collagen (100-150 nm in diameter) synthesized by special fibroblasts, reticular cells. Reticular fibers crosslink, forming a fine meshwork.