Which of the following cell is not found in areolar tissue?
A
Fibroblast
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B
Mast cell
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C
Macrophages
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D
Platelets
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Solution
The correct option is D Platelets Areolar tissue is an example of loose connective tissue. It is present beneath the skin. Often it serves as a support framework for epithelium. It contains fibroblasts (cells that produce and secrete fibres), macrophages and mast cells.
Blood is a fluid connective tissue containing plasma, red blood cells (RBC), white blood cells (WBC) and platelets.