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Connective tissue is any type of biological tissue with an extensive extracellular matrix and often serves to support, bind together, and protect organs. There are four basic types:
- Bone contains specialized cells called osteocytes embedded in a mineralized extracellular matrix, and functions for general support.
- Blood functions in transport. Its extracellular matrix is blood plasma, which transports dissolved nutrients, hormones, and carbon dioxide in the form of bicarbonate. The main cellular component is red blood cells.
- Cartilage makes up virtually the entire skeleton in osteichthyes. In most other vertebrates, it is found primarily in joints, where it provides cushioning. The extracellular matrix of cartilage is composed primarily of collagen.
- Connective tissue proper
- Dense connective tissue or Fibrous connective tissue forms ligaments and tendons. Its densely packed collagen fibers have great tensile strength.
- Loose connective tissue or Areolar connective tissue holds organs and epithelia in place, and has a variety of proteinaceous fibers, including collagen and elastin. It is also important in inflammation.
- Reticular connective tissue is a network of reticular fibers (fine collagen) that form a soft skeleton to support the lymphoid organs (lymph nodes, bone marrow, and spleen.)
- Adipose tissue contains adipocytes, used for cushioning, thermal insulation, lubrication (primarily in the pericardium) and energy storage.
Fiber types as follows: Collagenous fibers, elastic fibers, retucular fibers
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@jamin63 there isnt as much connective tissue aroind ligaments
theegaetano (gaetan tchamba) Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:35:49 -0000
@jamin63 there isnt as much connective tissue aroind ligaments
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ByWilliamCarter (William Carter) Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:00:11 -0000
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@Boudi Nothing doing, because it's a connective tissue disorder and any arthritis is a secondary condition.
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