Explain the function of three types of cells found in fascia

What will be an ideal response?


A complete response should include three of the following types of cells and one or more of the associated functions:
• Fibroblasts
• Secrete both the fibers and the ground substance that make up the extra-cellular matrix
• Can be mobilized to an area of tissue that has been damaged to fill the area in with fibers.
• Fibroclasts
• Help to maintain the health of the matrix
• Break down fibers
• Plasma cells
• Produce antibodies and white blood cells
• Patrol for harmful foreign substances
• Macrophages
• Break down foreign substances, such as viruses and bacteria
• Are important to the process of reabsorbing damaged or worn-out tissues and cells

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A check that has been honored and appropriately stamped to prevent it from being reissued is a(n)

cancelled check postdated check dishonored check unpaid check

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Which one of the following statements is TRUE about conjugate vaccines?

a. Conjugation changes the immune response from T cell-independent to T cell-dependent, leading to increased immunogenicity in those < 2 years of age. b. Immunogenicity of a protein antigen is improved by chemically linking the protein to a polysaccharide. c. The antibodies produced by a conjugate vaccine are primarily IgM. d. Conjugate vaccines stimulate B cells without the help of T cells.

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