Connective Tissue - CT Proper - Dense Flashcards

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Under connective tissue proper - Dense, what are the three different types of dense tissue?

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Regular
Irregular
Elastic

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With Dense Regular CT, what type of fibres are found?

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Primarly collagen fibres with few elastin fibres. These are arranged parrallel.

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Within Dense Regular CT, what type of cells are located?

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Fibroblasts and fibrocytes

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What is the function of Dense regular CT

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The function of Dense regular CT is to withstand tensile stress when pulling in one direction.

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Where can Dense Regular CT be found?

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Tendons
Ligaments
Deep fascia

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With Dense irRegular CT, what type of fibres are found?

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