Blood Vessels: Arteries and Veins
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What is the layer of a blood vessel that lies next to the lumen?

  • Tunica Media
  • Tunica Intima (correct)
  • Subendothelial Connective Tissue
  • Tunica Adventitia

    • What type of cells are found in the tunica media of a blood vessel?

  • Smooth muscle cells (correct)
  • Endothelial cells
  • Epithelial cells
  • Fibroblasts

    • Which of the following is NOT a function of endothelial cells?

  • Providing a smooth surface
  • Secreting nitric oxide
  • Contracting to constrict blood vessels (correct)
  • Secreting collagen

    • What is the layer of a blood vessel that is usually continuous with the surrounding connective tissue?

    <p>Tunica Adventitia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of blood vessels do not have a tunica media?

    <p>Capillaries and postcapillary venules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the tunica media in medium-sized arteries?

    <p>Thick and containing elastic fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the valves present in medium-sized veins?

    <p>To prevent blood flow from running in opposite direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the lumen in medium-sized arteries?

    <p>Narrow and regular</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the capillaries in terms of their structure?

    <p>Formed of a single layer of endothelial cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinguishing feature of the tunica adventitia in medium-sized veins compared to medium-sized arteries?

    <p>It is thicker than the tunica media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of artery is responsible for carrying blood from the heart to the capillary network in tissues and organs?

    <p>Elastic arteries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of vasa vasorum in the walls of veins?

    <p>Nutrition of the vein cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the aorta's histological features primarily consists of circularly oriented layers of smooth muscle cells?

    <p>Tunica media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are arteries classified based on their size and function?

    <p>By their elastic properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of vessel has the thickest tunica adventitia?

    <p>Large veins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of capillary is characterized by continuous endothelium and continuous basal lamina?

    <p>Continuous capillaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of capillary allows regulated exchange through pores, which are covered by pore diaphragms?

    <p>Sinusoidal capillaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of capillary are the endothelial wall and basal lamina discontinuous, allowing facilitated exchange between blood and surrounding tissues?

    <p>Fenestrated capillaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What protein found in vesicles is related to the contractile process in endothelial cells?

    <p>Tropomyosin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following cell types can pericytes differentiate into after injury, participating in the repair process?

    <p>Blood vessels and C.T. cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of connective tissue in the body?

    <p>To connect and hold tissues together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fibers are composed of the protein collagen?

    <p>Collagenic fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of collagen fibrils under electron microscopy?

    <p>Thin and having transverse striations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of elastic fibers in connective tissue?

    <p>To provide elasticity and strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of connective tissue in the body's defense mechanism and immunity?

    <p>To play a crucial role in defense and immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of the ground substance in connective tissue?

    <p>Composed of water and polysaccharides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of reticular fibers in connective tissue?

    <p>Not specified in the text</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of reticular fibers when stained with silver?

    <p>They take a black colour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of reticular fibers in parenchymal organs?

    <p>To provide a network around the cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the ground substance in connective tissue?

    <p>Hyaluronic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the ground substance in connective tissue?

    <p>To attach cells to fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of orcein stain on reticular fibers?

    <p>They take a dark brown colour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the component of the ground substance that allows for the exchange of nutrients and oxygen?

    <p>Water (tissue fluid)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are reticular fibers arranged in the body?

    <p>In the form of networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of hyaluronic acid in the ground substance?

    <p>It is a non-sulphated acid mucopolysaccharide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of collagen fibers in connective tissue?

    <p>To connect the cells of any tissue together and hold the tissues together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of collagen fibrils?

    <p>They are thin, elongated structures having transverse striations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of elastic fibers in connective tissue?

    <p>To provide elasticity and strength to the tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of connective tissue in the body?

    <p>To connect the cells of any tissue together and hold the tissues together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three main components of connective tissue?

    <p>Ground substance, collagen fibers, and reticular fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of collagen fibers?

    <p>They are colorless, elongated, or wavy bundles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the ground substance in connective tissue?

    <p>To provide means through which nutrients are transported from capillaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the color of reticular fibers when stained with silver?

    <p>Black</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of reticular fibers in parenchymal organs?

    <p>To form the framework of the organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of acid mucopolysaccharide is hyaluronic acid?

    <p>Non-sulphated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the medium through which cells take nutrients and oxygen?

    <p>Tissue fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of ground substance in transporting nutrients and oxygen?

    <p>By diffusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the component of ground substance that attaches cells to fibers?

    <p>Glycoprotein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of reticular fibers in terms of their arrangement?

    <p>They are arranged in the form of networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the color of reticular fibers when stained with orcein?

    <p>Dark brown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of collagen fibers in connective tissue?

    <p>To hold tissues together and in their places</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of elastic fibers in connective tissue?

    <p>They are long, thin, and branching, providing elasticity and strength to the tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of connective tissue in the body's defense mechanism and immunity?

    <p>To play a role in defense mechanism and immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of collagen fibers in connective tissue?

    <p>Non-branching small fibrils longitudinal arranged</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the extracellular matrix in connective tissue?

    <p>To provide a framework for cells to attach and grow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of collagen fibers under electron microscopy?

    <p>They have transverse striations due to the regular arrangement of the collagen molecule subunits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three main components of connective tissue?

    <p>Ground substance, collagen fibers, and reticular fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of reticular fibers in terms of their visibility?

    <p>They are not visible with H&amp;E stain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of ground substance in connective tissue?

    <p>To transport nutrients and oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of acid mucopolysaccharide is found in ground substance?

    <p>Non-sulphated acid mucopolysaccharide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of hyaluronic acid in ground substance?

    <p>It attaches cells to fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the color of reticular fibers when stained with orcein?

    <p>Dark brown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of reticular fibers in parenchymal organs?

    <p>To form a network around cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of ground substance in connective tissue?

    <p>Hyaluronic acid, sulphated acid mucopolysaccharides, and glycoproteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of water in ground substance?

    <p>It is a medium for nutrient and oxygen transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of reticular fibers when stained with H&E?

    <p>They are not visible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of ground substance in connective tissue?

    <p>To transport nutrients and oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the component of ground substance that attaches cells to fibers?

    <p>Glycoprotein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the color of reticular fibers when stained with orcein?

    <p>Dark brown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of connective tissue in the body?

    <p>To connect and hold tissues together and provide a means for nutrient transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of reticular fibers in parenchymal organs?

    <p>To provide a network around cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of collagen fibers?

    <p>Collagen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of ground substance in connective tissue?

    <p>Hyaluronic acid, sulphated acid mucopolysaccharids, and glycoprotein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of elastic fibers in connective tissue?

    <p>They provide elasticity and strength to the tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of reticular fibers in terms of their arrangement?

    <p>They are arranged in a network fashion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the extracellular matrix in connective tissue?

    <p>To connect and hold cells together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of collagen fibrils under electron microscopy?

    <p>They have transverse striations due to regular, overlapping arrangement of collagen molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the color of reticular fibers when stained with silver?

    <p>Black</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the ground substance in connective tissue?

    <p>To allow for the exchange of nutrients and oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of connective tissue in the body's defense mechanism and immunity?

    <p>To play a role in defense mechanism and immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Blood Vessels

    • The tunica intima is the layer of a blood vessel that lies next to the lumen.
    • The tunica media of a blood vessel contains smooth muscle cells and elastic fibers.
    • Endothelial cells do not produce blood clotting factors.
    • The tunica adventitia is the layer of a blood vessel that is usually continuous with the surrounding connective tissue.
    • Capillaries do not have a tunica media.
    • The tunica media in medium-sized arteries is characterized by thick smooth muscle layers and abundant elastic fibers.
    • The valves present in medium-sized veins function to prevent backflow of blood.
    • The lumen in medium-sized arteries is relatively small and round.
    • Capillaries are characterized by a single layer of endothelial cells and a thin basal lamina.
    • The tunica adventitia in medium-sized veins is thicker and more prominent compared to medium-sized arteries.
    • Arteries are classified based on their size and function as large arteries, medium-sized arteries, and small arteries (arterioles).
    • Large arteries are responsible for carrying blood from the heart to the capillary network in tissues and organs.
    • Vasa vasorum in the walls of veins function to provide nutrients and oxygen to the vessel wall.
    • The tunica media of the aorta primarily consists of circularly oriented layers of smooth muscle cells.
    • Veins have the thickest tunica adventitia.
    • Continuous capillaries are characterized by continuous endothelium and continuous basal lamina.
    • Fenestrated capillaries allow regulated exchange through pores that are covered by pore diaphragms.
    • Sinusoidal capillaries have a discontinuous endothelium and basal lamina, allowing facilitated exchange between blood and surrounding tissues.
    • Caveolin is a protein found in vesicles and is related to the contractile process in endothelial cells.
    • Pericytes can differentiate into smooth muscle cells, fibroblasts, and endothelial cells after injury, participating in the repair process.

    Connective Tissue

    • The primary function of connective tissue is to support and bind other tissues.
    • Collagen fibers are composed of the protein collagen.
    • Under electron microscopy, collagen fibrils appear as striated structures.
    • Elastic fibers provide elasticity and recoil to connective tissues.
    • Connective tissue plays a role in the body's defense mechanism and immunity by providing support and structure for immune cells and acting as a barrier to infection.
    • The ground substance of connective tissue is composed of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), proteoglycans, and glycoproteins.
    • Reticular fibers are fine, branching fibers that form a network in connective tissue.
    • When stained with silver, reticular fibers appear black.
    • Reticular fibers provide structural support in parenchymal organs.
    • Hyaluronic acid is the primary component of the ground substance in connective tissue.
    • The ground substance functions to transport nutrients and oxygen to cells, provide support for cells, and regulate tissue fluid movement.
    • Orcein stain stains reticular fibers a dark blue or brown color.
    • The ground substance component that allows for the exchange of nutrients and oxygen is water.
    • Reticular fibers are arranged in a net-like network in the body.
    • Hyaluronic acid is highly viscous and hydrophilic, helping to hold water and maintain tissue hydration.
    • Collagen fibers provide strength and support to connective tissues.
    • Collagen fibrils are arranged in parallel bundles, providing tensile strength.
    • Elastic fibers are composed of elastin, which allows for stretching and recoil.
    • Connective tissue provides support, structure, and protection to the body.
    • The three main components of connective tissue are cells, fibers, and ground substance.
    • Collagen fibers appear white under a microscope.
    • The ground substance functions to transport nutrients and oxygen to cells, provide support for cells, and regulate tissue fluid movement.
    • Reticular fibers stain black when stained silver.
    • Reticular fibers provide structural support in parenchymal organs.
    • Hyaluronic acid is an acid mucopolysaccharide.
    • The ground substance is the medium through which cells take nutrients and oxygen.
    • The ground substance aids in transporting nutrients and oxygen to cells and removing waste products.
    • Glycoproteins are the component of ground substance that attaches cells to fibers.
    • Reticular fibers are arranged in a network in connective tissue.
    • Reticular fibers stain a dark brown or blue color when stained with orcein.
    • Collagen fibers provide strength and support to connective tissues.
    • Elastic fibers are thin and branched, capable of stretching and recoiling.
    • Connective tissue provides support, structure, and protection to the body.
    • Collagen fibers are composed predominantly of the protein collagen.
    • The extracellular matrix provides support, structure, and organization to connective tissues.
    • Collagen fibrils appear as striated structures under electron microscopy.
    • The three main components of connective tissue are cells, fibers, and ground substance.
    • Reticular fibers are difficult to see under normal light microscopy.
    • The ground substance functions to transport nutrients and oxygen to cells, provide support for cells, and regulate tissue fluid movement.
    • The ground substance contains hyaluronic acid, chondroitin sulfate, and keratin sulfate, which are acid mucopolysaccharides.
    • Hyaluronic acid is a viscous, hydrophilic molecule that helps to hold water and maintain tissue hydration.
    • Reticular fibers stain a dark brown or blue color when stained with orcein.
    • Reticular fibers provide structural support in parenchymal organs.
    • The ground substance of connective tissue contains glycosaminoglycans (GAGs, such as hyaluronic acid), proteoglycans, and glycoproteins.
    • Water in the ground substance helps to maintain hydration and facilitate nutrient and oxygen transport.
    • Reticular fibers are difficult to see when stained with H&E.
    • The ground substance functions to transport nutrients and oxygen to cells, provide support for cells, and regulate tissue fluid movement.
    • Glycoproteins are the component of ground substance that attaches cells to fibers.
    • Reticular fibers stain dark brown or blue when stained with orcein.
    • The primary function of connective tissue is to support and bind other tissues.
    • Reticular fibers provide structural support in parenchymal organs.
    • Collagen is the primary component of collagen fibers.
    • The ground substance of connective tissue contains glycosaminoglycans (GAGs, such as hyaluronic acid), proteoglycans, and glycoproteins.
    • Elastic fibers are composed of elastin, which allows for stretching and recoil.
    • Reticular fibers are arranged in a network in connective tissue.
    • The extracellular matrix provides support, structure, and organization to connective tissues.
    • Collagen fibrils appear as striated structures under electron microscopy.
    • Reticular fibers stain black when stained with silver.
    • The ground substance functions to transport nutrients and oxygen to cells, provide support for cells, and regulate tissue fluid movement.
    • Connective tissue provides support, structure, and defense to the body.

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