Question

What are the cells lining the blood capillaries?

• A. Endothelial cells
• B. Oxyntic cells
• C. Parietal cells
• D. Haemocytes

Answer 1

The correct option is A Endothelial cells

The blood vessels and the lymphatic vessels are lined with the specialised cells. These cells are known as the endothelial cells which lines the inner surface of these vessels. The main function of these cells is to separate the fluid from the tissues. These are the cells of simple squamous tissue.

Thus, the correct answer is option A.