What is reticular connective tissue?
Reticular connective tissue is a type of tissue found in the body that is supported by the branching frame of collagen fibers known as reticular fibers. These fibers are present in many types of connective tissue and are particularly strongly concentrated in reticular connective tissue. Some examples of structures in the body that include this type of connective tissue include liver, spleen and lymph nodes. To identify this type of tissue is required dyeing and enlargement of microscopy. Fibers provide support and stability with other cell types. While the grid itself is fixed on site via the connection between fibers and cells, other cell types together with liquids can move freely through and over the grille. This allows free exchange between cells, while still providing reinforcement that will support the body or lymph node.
When looking at up close, the reticular fibers can be seen in the form of a series of branch fibers. Tissue is similar to connective tissue with a high amount of elastic fibers, with the exception of tohO that in reticular connective tissue, collagen fibers are branched, while elastic fibers lie in parallel to each other. The collagen grid structure provides greater strength and support of the underlying tissue and is less spring than elastic tissue.
Like other types of tissue in the body, the tissue of the reticular connection is constantly decomposed, recycled and replaced by new tissue. Cells in the grid disintegrate when they are no longer able to function and new collagen springs are constantly created to replace the springs that have disintegrated. Specialized cells are involved in the formation of new reticular fibers and maintaining existing fibers, which are part of the collagen grid in reticular connective tissue.
Depending on the magnification level, different aspects of reticular tissue can be seen. Low enlargement reveals the boundaries between this type of tissue and others, which shows where the dense frame leaves and begins with other types of tissue. MoreE enlargement will show individual fibers and cells and fluids that are scattered along the grid. Microscopic examination of biopsy samples will include reviews at different levels of magnification for physical changes and other signs of disease or damage. Biopsy can detect abnormal cell growth or collapse along with other signs of injury.