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What are the three types of capillaries that exist in the body?
Continuous, fenestrated, and sinusoidal
What is the composition of a capillary?
Endothelium, basal lamina, and pericytes
What are pericytes?
Pale-stained, relatively undifferentiated cells that are associated with the abluminal aspect of the endothelium
Test your knowledge on the structure and function of capillaries with this quiz! Learn about the key components of capillaries, including the endothelium, basal lamina, and pericytes. Explore the important role these tiny blood vessels play in the circulatory system. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of cardiovascular histology!
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