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Connective Tissue Cell Functions in Anatomy & Physiology

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  • Which cells store triglycerides?

    Adipocytes store triglycerides.

  • Which cells defend the body from foreign cells or material?

    Macrophages defend the body from foreign cells and material.

  • What type of stem cells are found in connective tissue?

    Mesenchymal stem cells are found in connective tissue.

  • Which large phagocytic cells are part of connective tissue defense?

    Leukocytes are large phagocytic cells involved in defense.

  • Which cells maintain the cartilage matrix?

    Chondrocytes maintain the cartilage matrix.

  • Which cells maintain the bone matrix?

    Osteocytes maintain the bone matrix.

  • Which cells secrete histamine and heparin?

    Mast cells secrete histamine and heparin.