Histo Flashcards
1
Q
Name the transmembrane complexes in desmosomes
A
Desmoglein and desmocollin
2
Q
Name the intracellular complexes involved with desmosomes.
A
Desmoplakin, plakoglobin, and plakophilin
3
Q
How many connections are in 1 connexon?
A
6 connexins
4
Q
What are the functions of CT?
A
1) mechanical protective support of other tissues
2) Stores interstial fluid, water, electrolytes
3) involved in early repair of damaged organs, if repeats are not complete can lead to fibrosis
4) contains immune cells for defense and protection
5
Q
What tissue is CT derived from?
A
Mesoderm
6
Q
What are MMPs?
A
Matrix Metallic Proteases, involved in digestion of compounds in the extra cellular matrix. Also , very important for operative dentistry.
