NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

CONNECTIVE TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The fibrous components of connective tissue is secreted by
A
connective cells.
B
macrophages.
C
fibroblasts.
D
epithelial cells.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Fibroblasts seem to be the least specialized cells in the connective-tissue family. They are dispersed in connective tissue throughout the body, where they secrete a nonrigid extracellular matrix that is rich in type I and/or type III collagen, as discussed in Chapter 19.

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

Detailed explanation-3: -Fibroblasts are the main cells of connective tissue, which secrete various types of fibres.

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