Question

Where is areolar tissue found ?

Answer 1

Areolar tissue

The areolar tissue is a loose and cellular connective tissue that consists of a matrix having two kinds of fibers.

1. White collagen fibers
2. Yellow elastin fibers.

There are several kinds of irregular cells such as fibroblasts and macrophages seen scattered in the matrix.

Location :

1. It is found between the skin and muscles.
2. It is found around blood vessels and nerves and in the bone marrow.
3. It fills the space inside the organs.

Functions of areolar tissue :

1. It supports internal organs by acting as a supporting and packing tissue.
2. It helps in repairing tissues.
3. It binds various structures with one another to prevent their dislocation.
4. It helps in fighting foreign toxins.