Connective Tissue Flashcards
(20 cards)
All connective tissue is derived from the ________,
mesenchyme
Connective tissues consist of 3 things:
- Cells 2. Fibers (protein) 3. Ground Substance
CT is typically vascular/avascular?
Vascular
This type of loose connective tissue consists of fibroblasts
Areolar CT
Areolar CT is very vascular or mostly avascular?
Very vascular
What is the function of areolar connective tissue?
Packing and binding
Areolar connective tissue is found in deeper areas of the skin, specifically 3 places
Lamina Propria Mesentery Surrounding Blood Vessels
This is a type of loose connective tissue that is really fat tissue
Adipose Tissue
What cells comprise adipose tissue?
Adipocytes
What is the function of adipose tissue?
Energy storage, insulation, protection
This is a type of loose connective tissue consisting of modified fibroblasts The modified fibroblast cells are called
Reticular Tisse Reticular Cells
Reticular tissue contains a thin 3D framework of what type of collagenous fibers?
Type III
What is the function of reticular tissue?
Provides structural support to individual cells
This is a type of dense connective tissue consisting of fibroblasts and collagen fibers found in clumps
Dense Irregular Connective Tissue
What is the function of dense irregular connective tissue?
Strength and Support
Where is dense irregular connective tissue found?
Dermis of the skin
This type of dense connective tissue consists of fibroblasts and densely packed collaged fibers that run in parallel
Dense Regular Connective Tissue
Does dense regular connective tissue have good or poor vascularity?
Poor
How does the poor vascularity affect healing in dense regular connective tissue?
Limits healing
What is the function of dense regular connective tissue? Where is it found?
Strength and support in one direction Ligaments and tendons
