Areolar loose connective tissue, light micrograph. This type of loose connective tissue acts as a reservoir for interstitial fluid. It is the main com
Areolar loose connective tissue, light micrograph. This type of loose connective tissue acts as a reservoir for interstitial fluid. It is the main component of the lamina propria layer of the body's mucous membranes (mucosa). Areolar tissue consists of a mixture of collagenous and elastic fibres. This sample is from mammalian tissue.
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