Anatomy/ fibroblast

Fibroblast

A cell in connective tissue that produces collagen and other fibers

Macrophage

A large phagocyte cell found in stationary form in the tissues or as a mobile white blood cell, especially at sites or infection.

Mast cell

a cell filled with basophil granules, found in numbers in connective tissue and releasing histamine and other substances during inflammatory and allergic reactions.

Serous membrane

a mesothelial tissue that lines certain internal cavities of the body, forming a smooth, transparent, two-layered membrane lubricated by a fluid derived from serum. The peritoneum, pericardium, and pleura are serous membranes.

Extra cellular matrix

a substance containing collagen, elastin, proteoglycans, glycosaminoglycans, and fluid, produced by cells and in which the cells are embedded. The matrix secreted by chondroblasts, for example, is responsible for the properties of cartilage.

Mucous membrane

an epithelial tissue that secretes mucus and that lines many body cavities and tubular organs including the gut and respiratory passages.