Glossary of terms used on this site
Glossaries
Term | Main definition |
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fibroblast |
Glossaries - Histology glossary
most abundant cell type in connective tissue, secretes protein fibers and matrix into the extracellular space |
fibrocartilage |
Glossaries - Histology glossary
tough form of cartilage, made of thick bundles of collagen fibers embedded in chondroitin sulfate ground substance |
fibrocyte |
Glossaries - Histology glossary
less active form of fibroblast |
fluid connective tissue |
Glossaries - Histology glossary
specialized cells that circulate in a watery fluid containing salts, nutrients, and dissolved proteins |