Basement Membrane 101
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What is the main structural component of the basement membrane?

  • Type III collagen
  • Proteoglycans
  • Laminin
  • Type IV collagen (correct)

    • What is the function of the basement membrane in relation to epithelial cells?

  • It separates epithelial cells from surrounding tissue
  • It regulates the growth and division of epithelial cells
  • It controls the access of nutrients to epithelial cells (correct)
  • It provides a blood supply to epithelial cells

    • What links the collagen and laminin networks in the basement membrane?

  • Type IV collagen
  • Proteoglycans
  • Reticular fibrils
  • Nidogen and perlecan (correct)

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