MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Reticular tissue, a type of loose connective tissue in which reticular fibers are the most prominent fibrous component, forms the supporting framework of the lymphoid organs (lymph nodes, spleen, tonsils), bone marrow and liver.

Detailed explanation-2: -A network of reticular cells that ensheathe a mesh of collagen fibers crisscrosses the tissue in each lymph node. This reticular cell network distributes key molecules and provides a structure for immune cells to move around on. During infections, the network can suffer damage.

Detailed explanation-3: -Location. Some highly cellular locations containing reticular tissue include the endocrine glands, liver, bone marrow, and lymphoid organs. If you think about the structure of those tissues and organs, they all consist of heavily branching septa and internal channels.

Detailed explanation-4: -The reticular connective tissues are found in the kidney, the spleen, lymph nodes, and bone marrow. Their function is to form a stroma and provide structural support, such as that in the lymphoid organs, e.g. red bone marrow, spleen, and lymph node stromal cells. See also: connective tissue.