Histology: Connective Tissue Flashcards

1
Q

All connective tissue is derived from the ________,

A

mesenchyme

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2
Q

Connective tissues consist of 3 things:

A
  1. Cells 2. Fibers (protein) 3. Ground Substance
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3
Q

CT is typically vascular/avascular?

A

Vascular

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4
Q

This type of loose connective tissue consists of fibroblasts

A

Areolar CT

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5
Q

Areolar CT is very vascular or mostly avascular?

A

Very vascular

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6
Q

What is the function of areolar connective tissue?

A

Packing and binding

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7
Q

Areolar connective tissue is found in deeper areas of the skin, specifically 3 places

A

Lamina Propria Mesentery Surrounding Blood Vessels

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8
Q

This is a type of loose connective tissue that is really fat tissue

A

Adipose Tissue

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9
Q

What cells comprise adipose tissue?

A

Adipocytes

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10
Q

What is the function of adipose tissue?

A

Energy storage, insulation, protection

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11
Q

This is a type of loose connective tissue consisting of modified fibroblasts The modified fibroblast cells are called

A

Reticular Tisse Reticular Cells

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12
Q

Reticular tissue contains a thin 3D framework of what type of collagenous fibers?

A

Type III

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13
Q

What is the function of reticular tissue?

A

Provides structural support to individual cells

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14
Q

This is a type of dense connective tissue consisting of fibroblasts and collagen fibers found in clumps

A

Dense Irregular Connective Tissue

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15
Q

What is the function of dense irregular connective tissue?

A

Strength and Support

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16
Q

Where is dense irregular connective tissue found?

A

Dermis of the skin

17
Q

This type of dense connective tissue consists of fibroblasts and densely packed collaged fibers that run in parallel

A

Dense Regular Connective Tissue

18
Q

Does dense regular connective tissue have good or poor vascularity?

A

Poor

19
Q

How does the poor vascularity affect healing in dense regular connective tissue?

A

Limits healing

20
Q

What is the function of dense regular connective tissue? Where is it found?

A

Strength and support in one direction Ligaments and tendons