Connective tissue serves a number of important functions. The fibrous elements are collagen fibers, reticular fibers and elastic fibers. Reticular fibers provide a network to support blood vessels and support soft tissue of organs. To counter the hydrostatic pressure, blood retains a high. Connective tissues connect and help hold our body together. Embryonic connective tissues types histological findings specialized cells histological appearance mesenchyme location under the skin of developing feotus. In addition to producing all types of connective tissue proper and the specialized connective tissues bone and cartilage, the embryonic mesenchyme includes stem cells for other tissues such as blood, the vascular endothelium, and muscle. There are 4 types of connective tissues in human body connective tissues are believed to arise from an embryonic tissue called mesenchyme. In the course of bone degradation these cross bridges are separated from collagen fibers, released to blood and excreted to urine. Briefly explain the structure and function of nervous tissue. The living cell types are red blood cells, also called erythrocytes, and white blood cells, also called leukocytes. Connective tissue boundless anatomy and physiology. All photos are creative commons licensed images from.
The ca crystals give bone its strength hydroxyapatite, ca 10po 4 6oh 2 collegen fibers give bones its flexibility. The connective tissue is derived from the embryonic mesoderm. Jan 28, 2020 dense connective tissue is composed of large amounts of closely packed collagenous fibers. What links here related changes upload file special pages permanent link page. They bind structures together, provide support and protection, fill spaces, store fat, and produce blood cells. Connective tissue less cells, more ecf ground substance variable, widely distributed, most abundant three categories of mature tissue fibrous ct supportive ct bone, cartilage fluid ct blood. There are 4 basic types of body tissues a epithelial tissue i covers the bodys surface ii lines the hollow organs, body cavities, and ducts iii forms glands b connective tissue i protects and the supports the body and its.
Collagen fibers are present in all types of connective tissue but vary greatly in their. The main function of blood is to supply oxygen and nutrients to tissues and to remove waste products like carbon dioxide. Cell smallest unit of protoplasm simplest animals consist of a single cell. Cells of the connective tissue are suspended in a noncellular matrix. The fluid portion of whole blood, its matrix, is commonly called plasma. Connective tissue serve as a connecting link for binding. Some autoantibodies are normal, so your positive result may not indicate any problem. The following information identifies a few select features of connective tissue. Others, such as bone, are richly supplied with blood vessels. These vary in their abundance and are free to migrate through the extracellular spaces. Adipose tissue also produces endocrine hormones that influence activities such as blood clotting, insulin sensitivity, and fat storage. Condition its not a sure sign of an autoimmune disease. The connective tissue can be found everywhere in the body. Connective tissue can generate a range of mechanical strengths.
It is one of the connective tissues based on its derivation, from mesenchyme cells, and its structure, which contains the intercellular matrix known as the plasma. It is made of a fluid called plasma, two types of cells red blood cells and white blood cells, and particles called platelets. Leukemias are cancers of white blood cells, whereas sarcomas derive from connective tissue. Connective tissue dysplasia the name connective tissue dysplasia covers a wide range of disorders. Cancer in myeloid tissue or blood cells form myelomas. Blood you have about 5 liters of blood in your body.
Connective tissue cells are often widely scattered in an abundance of extracellular matrix. Anatomy, connective tissue statpearls ncbi bookshelf. Blood cartilage tendon bone vessels organ support the mechanical strength of connective tissue varies widely, from the sti. Blood is considered a connective tissue because it has a matrix. Blood cells erythrocytes and leukocytes and platelets are considered.
Areolar connective tissue is well suited to its function it is soft and supple which makes it a good packing tissue between organs and other tissues. Epithelial types, connective tissue types flashcards quizlet. They are often associated with specific autoantibodies blood proteins which can help define the diagnosis. Connective tissue ct is a ubiquitous component of all major tissues and structures of the body 50% of all body protein is ct, including that of the blood. The connective tissue mainly consists of blood, bones, and areolar tissue. Adipose tissue is a form of loose connective tissue that stores fat.
Darkstaining network of reticular connective tissue 400. Connective tissue ct is a ubiquitous component of all major tissues and structures of the body 50% of all body protein is ct, including that of the blood, vascular, muscle, tendon, ligament, fascia, bone, joint, ivds intervertebral discs and skin. The diagnosis of a connective tissue disease is based on clinical signs and symptoms and characteristic radiographic, histopathologic, and serologic findings. For language access assistance, contact the ncats public information officer. This chapter describes the features of soft, supportive connective tissue proper. Jul 14, 2017 plan of the lecture systemic connective tissue diseases definition classification mechanisms selected systemic connective tissue diseases marfan syndrome systemic lupus erythematosus scleroderma sjogren syndrome mixed connective tissue disease prognosis prophylaxis abbreviations diagnostic. Such a tissue possesses varieties of subtypesgeneral or ordinary connective tissue, haematopoietic tissue, and specialised tissues which include cartilages, bones, joints and others. It organizes cells into tissues by binding to surface receptors on cells and regulating their growth and morphology. Connective tissues bind structures together, form a framework and support for organs and the body as a whole, store fat, transport substances, protect against disease, and help repair tissue damage. Your rheumatologist will determine what to do next. It provides mechanical support to tissues and organs allowing them to resist tension and compression. White blood cells identification and counting from microscopic blood images.
Most connective tissues have a nerve supply as does epithelial tissue. Collagen fibers provide tensile strength thickest fibers. In addition to the relatively fixed cell types described above, there are free cells that reside in the interstices of loose connective tissue. In comparison to loose connective tissue, dense tissue has a higher proportion of collagenous fibers to ground substance.
Adipose lines organs and body cavities to protect organs and insulate the body against heat loss. They provide internal support as well as give and maintain form to the body. Functions as the transport vehicle for the cardiovascular system, carrying. These disorders are caused by a weakness in the connective tissues such as bone, ligaments, tendons and skin. There is a wide range of vascularity among connective tissues, although most are well vascularized unlike epithelial tissues, which are all avascular. Tendons resist tension and do not stretch making them ideal for linking muscle to bone. Connective tissue diseases cover a wide range of autoimmune diseases. Connective tissue ct is one of the four basic types of animal tissue, along with epithelial. Blood connective tissue anatomy and physiology by m. Small amounts of connective tissue are found intermingled with other tissues throughout all organs of the body. Connective tissue dysplasia sydney childrens hospital. The specific names of cancers reflect the tissue of origin. Various types of specialized tissues and cells are classified under the spectrum of connective tissue, and are as diverse as brown and white adipose tissue, blood, cartilage and bone.
Genetic and rare diseases information center gard po box 8126, gaithersburg, md 208988126 tollfree. This video covers the structure and function of blood. Unlike the other tissue types epithelium, muscle, and nerve, which consist mainly of cells, the major constituent of connective tissue is the extracellular matrix ecm. The space between the formed elements of the tissue is filled with the matrix. Certain connective tissue diseases are characterized by autoantibodies that are highly specific for individual diseases see table. Dense connective tissue is composed of large amounts of closely packed collagenous fibers. Areolar connective tissue is the most widely spread connective tissue in the body. Management of these conditions concentrates on controlling inflammation and preventing damage, with most conditions responding well to medication such as. Another type of relatively undifferentiated connective tissue is the mucous connective tissue known as whartons jelly, found inside the umbilical cord 160. Blood vascular tissue blood cells surrounded by fluid matrix known as. Connective tissue eral general composition of connective tissues.
Blood is considered a connective tissue for two basic reasons. Cells in tumors differ both in structure and function. All of the several blood cell types originate in the connective tissue of. Regeneration of connective tissue and blood vessels. Pdf the counting and analysis of blood cells allows the evaluation and diagnosis of a vast number of diseases. One positive ana test result is not a sure sign of autoimmune disease, so you may not need any immediate treatment. Connective tissues are characterized by an abundance of intercellular matrix with relatively few. Blood is traditionally classified as a specialized form of connective tissue. Tissue are groups of cells with a common structure and. The material in the connective tissue gives it a loose consistency similar to a cotton ball that has been pulled apart. Connective tissues connective tissues contain a variety of cell types and occur in all regions of the body. If you have problems viewing pdf files, download the latest version of adobe reader. Cancers derived from epithelial cells are referred to as carcinomas.
Simple squamous single layer of flat cells lining of blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, and serous membrane for protection against friction, alveoli of lungs for diffusion, and kidney tubules for filtration. All of the several blood cell types originate in the connective tissue of bone marrow. Areolar connective tissue contains collagen fibers, elastic fibers, and reticular fibers. Mixed connective tissue disease genetic and rare diseases. I hope you find it a helpful resource as you study the tissues for your lab practical exam. Blood is under hydrostatic pressure that pushes water out of the vessel. Composition of bone calcium ca accounts for much of the bone mass.
It is thicker and stronger than loose connective tissue and forms a protective capsule layer around organs such as the liver and kidneys. Pdf white blood cells identification and counting from. Transmit messages nerve impulses from one part of the body to another. Examples of specialized connective tissues are adipose tissue, cartilage, bone, blood, and lymph. Reticular cell blood cell reticular fibers white blood cell lymphocyte reticular fibers.
Connective tissue mucoid connective tissue loose connective tissues areolar. Blood vessels are leaky to most ions, so there is no difference in osmotic pressure between blood and surrounding tissue. Connective tissue diseases genetic and rare diseases. To appreciate the basic unity of blood and other varieties of connective tissue, consider the following. Sep, 2015 this video covers the structure and function of blood. Connective tissue connective tissue migrating cells. Unlike the heart and the blood vessels, which are organs, blood is a complex tissue. Blood vessels blood transport of nutrients, hormones, oxygen, waste, carbon dioxide lymphatic system lymphatics lymph lymph nodes lymph organs immunity, transports lipids, maintains tissue fluid balance. Connective tissue cells are often widely scattered. Fibroblasts are the most abundant cell type in connective. Most commonly seen in all types of connective tissue. Visit my itunes u site for anatomy podcasts and pdf files of all of my an. Connective tissue provides a matrix that supports and physically connects other tissues and cells together to form the organs of the body. Loose connective tissue is found around every blood vessel, helping to keep the vessel in place.