Connective Tissue Overview

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What is the primary function of glycosaminoglycans in the ground substance?

To resist tensile forces

To form the core protein

To bind water and resist compressive forces (correct)

To synthesize collagen fibers

What is the result of decreased skin turgor?

Late sign of dehydration (correct)

Early sign of hypothyroidism

Decreased edema

Increased hydration

What is the primary component of proteoglycans?

Core protein (correct)

Elastic fibers

Glycosaminoglycans

Collagen fibers

What is the function of lymphatics in connective tissue?

To prevent edema Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the abnormal accumulation of tissue fluid?

Edema Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of collagen fibers in Connective Tissue?

To provide mechanical strength and support Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component of ground substance in Connective Tissue?

Water Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic feature of Elastic fibers in Connective Tissue?

High elasticity Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of fibroblasts in connective tissue?

To synthesize fibers of connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

What type of collagen fibers are synthesized by reticular cells?

Fine type of collagen fibers Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for tumors that arise from Connective Tissue?

Sarcomas Signup and view all the answers

What is the embryonic origin of Connective Tissue?

Mesoderm Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of elastic fibers in connective tissue?

To allow for tissue elasticity Signup and view all the answers

What is the composition of ground substance in connective tissue?

Water and macromolecules Signup and view all the answers

Which type of adipocyte contains multiple droplets of lipids?

Multilocular adipocyte Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of mast cells in connective tissue?

To trigger symptoms of allergy through histamine release Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary component of collagen fibers?

Fibrils Signup and view all the answers

Which cells are responsible for synthesizing collagen?

Fibroblasts Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate percentage of collagen in the human body's dry weight?

30% Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of collagen fibers that makes them very strong?

Very high tensile strength, but limited stretchability Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of Loose Connective Tissue?

More cells, few fibers, clear space Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of Proper Connective Tissue?

Reticular Connective Tissue Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between Loose and Dense Irregular Connective Tissue?

Number of cells and fibers Signup and view all the answers

Where can Loose Connective Tissue be found?

Ubiquitously throughout the body Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of Dense Irregular Connective Tissue?

Fewer cells, many thick collagen fibers Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of type 1 collagen in the body?

To resist tensile forces Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of vitamin C in collagen synthesis?

It acts as a cofactor Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of elastic fibers in connective tissue?

They are branching and anastomosing Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a deficiency in collagen type 3?

Fragile skin syndromes Signup and view all the answers

What type of collagen is responsible for forming a reticulum in connective tissue?

Type 3 collagen Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the dense regular connective tissue found in tendons and ligaments?

To resist tensile forces Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic feature of the fibrocyte nuclei found in dense regular connective tissue?

They are very thin and elongated Signup and view all the answers

What is the composition of the network of fibers found in reticular connective tissue?

Fine collagen fibrils Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of reticular cells in the synthesis of connective tissue?

To synthesize reticular fibers Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of adipocytes in connective tissue?

To store energy and regulate body fat Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of leptin in the regulation of body fat?

It decreases appetite Signup and view all the answers

What is the structure that forms the stroma in lymph nodes?

Reticular connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process by which adipocytes produce leptin?

Endocrine function Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between leptin levels and body fat?

Leptin levels are directly proportional to body fat Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the stroma in lymph nodes?

To divide functional tissue Signup and view all the answers