NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

CONNECTIVE TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Makers Collagen, Elastin and Reticular ‘molecules’.
A
Fibroblasts
B
Fibroclasts
C
Mesenblasts
D
Mastoblasts
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Fibroblasts are the most common cell type of connective tissue. They produce both fibers and amorphous ground substance.

Detailed explanation-2: -Fibroblasts are developmentally programmed to produce collagen matrix, which is the main structural component of connective tissue. Fibroblasts have cell surface receptors, called integrins, which specifically attach to proteins in the matrix including type I collagen.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fibroblasts make collagen fibres, glycosaminoglycans, reticular and elastic fibers.

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