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| A cell commonly found in the small intestine that can absorb nutrients from the luminal surface via phagocytosis and pinocytosis. These have large surface areas as a result of the presense of microvilli. The expanded surface area increases the absorptive capability of the cell. |
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| A type of fixed cell in the connective tissue that stores far in the cytoplasm. The nucleus and other organelles are pushed to the periphery of the cell. |
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| Adipose connective tissue |
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| A subclass of connective tissure proper, this is a vascularized type of connective tissue whose general functions are to protect, insulate, and provide a major source of energy to the body. This can occure in either brown or white colors. |
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| Secretory unit of exocrine glands that are saclike in form. |
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| An excessive amount of a waxlike, proteinaceous substance in the body's tissue. |
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| The side of an epithelial cell that faces in toward the body cavity. |
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| A gland whose secretions contain some of its cellular material. Part of the secretory cell is destroyed and must regenerate before the cell can secrete again. Examples of these glands include mammary glands and some sweat glands. |
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| Areolar connective tissue |
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| A soft, spongy connective tissue. It is located throughout the body and is composed of a soft ground substance, numerous cell types, and all three types of fibers. |
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| The thin later of hyaline cartilage that covers the articular surfaces of long bones in synovial joints. It forms a smooth later over the joint surfacs of the bones, which decreases friction and allows free joint movement. |
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| An abnormal condition in which an excessive amount of fluid accumulation is present in the abdominal cavity. Abdominal distension or a potbellied appearance can be clinically evident. |
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| Extension of the neuron that conducts the nerve impulse away from the cellk body to the terminal bouton (synaptic bulb) at the end of the neuron |
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| The side of an epithelial cell that faces a lower level of connective tissue. |
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| A noncellular, collagen-based structure that supports epithelial tissue. |
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| Paired sheets of connective tissue that suspend the uterus from the dorsal part of the abdominal cavity and attach it to the abdominal wall. |
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| Commonly found throughout the body of hibernating species and neonates. It is a specialized form of adipose tissue that releases its stored lipid reserves in the form of heat. This is accomplished because of the high degree of vacularization and concentration of mitochondria found in brown adipose tissue |
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| Microvilli on the free surfaces of intestinal epithelial cells and kidney tubule cells that resemble the bristles of a brush |
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| Tiny channels through the matrix of bone. Threadlike projections from osteocytes communicate with each other and with blood vessels through the canaliculi. |
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| Canine parvoviral enteritis |
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| Caused by the canine parvovirus, this infectious disease has an extremely high mortality rate in puppies. Infections occuring in utero are known to cause acute myocarditis and overall poor health in the litter. Because it tends to attack cells in the mitotic phase, rapidly dividing epithelial tissue is particularly affected by parvoviral infections. Vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stool, and dehydration are clinical signs of disease. An immunization is available. |
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| Striated, involuntary muscle that is found exclusively in the heart. Cardiac muscle is influenced by the autonomic nervous system. It has one centrally located nucleus and intercalated disks that form special connections between the muscle branches. |
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| An opaque, dense connective tissue composed of a relatively small number of cells that are contained within a nonliving matrix. This absorbs shock and protects the epiphysial ends of bones. It is no innervated or vascularized, which makes it resistant to pain but also to healing. It is found in joints, body structures such as the ears and nose, the costal cartilage of the rib cage, and the fetal skeleton. |
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| Fixed cells that form cartilage |
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| A glycoaminoglycan found in cartilage |
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| An adhesive glycoaminoglycan found in cartilage |
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| Hairlike processes of the luminal surface of cells that assist in the movement of mucus, fluid, and solid material across the cell surface |
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| A structural protein that is commonly located in tendons and ligaments |
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| An exocrine gland with branched ducts |
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| Includes all types of connective tissue except for bone, blood, and cartilage. It is divided into two sub-classes: loose connective tissue and dense connective tissue. |
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| Tissue made up of cells and extracellular substances that connect and support cells and other tissues |
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| Proteinaceous channel that aids in the intercellular transport of nutrients |
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| Also known as the integument. The outer layer is composed of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium (epidermis). This helps to waterproof and prevent dehydration of the body. The inner layer or dermis is composed of dense irregular connective tissue, as well as collagenous and elastic fibers. This also helps the cutaneous |
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| The receptive site of the nerve cell; extends from the cell body, giving the cell a starlike shape; receives stimuli and conveys them as nerve impulses to the cell body |
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| A highly fibrous connective tissue with little vascularization. It functions to reinfoce and bind body structures. |
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| Dense irregular connective tissue |
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| A collagen-based fibrous connective tissue that is found in the dermis, spleen, and liver. It has thicker bundles of fiber thanother connective tissues and is designed to withstand tension from muliple directions |
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| Dense regular connective tissue |
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| Tightly bound, minimally vascularized fibrous connective tissue found in ligaments, tendons, and fascia. In ligaments it bind joints, whereas in tendons it binds muscle to bone. In fascia it helps support surrounding tissues |
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| The deep, connective tissue portion of the skin that contains blood vessels, glands, and hair follicles |
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| A type of intercellular attachment found in epithelial tissue. The bond is formed from the interlocking of filaments that connect the plasma membranes of adjacent cells. |
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| The process by which white blood cells leave the blood vessel and enter tissue by squeezing through the tiny spaces between the cells linging the blood vessel walls. |
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| A tweezer-like surgical instrument with serrated tips used to grasp gauze sponges and other surgical materials. |
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| An abnormal accumulation of fluid, either localized or generalized, within the tissues or cavities of the body. |
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| Excess fluid that has escaped into a body cavity to the detrement of normal body function. |
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| Also called yellow cartilage, it is opaque and contains many elastic fibers. Its if found in the external ear and in the epiglottis. |
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| Elastic connective tissue |
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| Connective tissues composed of large numbvers of elastic fibers; found in tissues that expand and contract, wuch as in the lungs and vocal cords. |
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| Fibers composed of elastin, these form a delicate mesh in tissues. |
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| Glands or cells that release their regulatory products directly into the bloodstream. They control most metabolic functions. |
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| The system of glands that controls and regulates body functions through the internal secretions of hormones. |
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| Composed of simple squamous epithelium and lines the heart, blood vessels, and serous cavities of the body. |
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| A collection of tissues that are made up of layers of cells that line and cover body surfaces. |
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| The rapid division of epithelial cells around a wound edge. |
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| These cells are anucleated and biconcave in shape. They are responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to tissue. Formed in red bone marrow in adults and in the liver, spleen, and marrow of a fetus. |
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| Removal of sample of tissue or organ by cutting it out surgically. |
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| The elimination of waste materials from the cell or body. |
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| Ducts that transport waste products or secretions out of an organ or gland. |
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| Glands that release their secretions through ducts that lead directly to the location intended to be controlled. Some examples include sweat glands and salivary glands. |
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| The fibers of connective tissue located outside of the cells that perform a variety of functions depending on the degree of their elasticity or concentration. |
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| The nonliving substance found between cells that provides support and nourishment. |
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| The accumulation fluid, pus, or serum in a cavity or tissue. Fluid or serum has often leaked through vessel walls or capillary into the adjoining space. |
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| Caused by the feline parvovirus, this infectious disease has an extremely high mortality rate in kittens. Infections in intrauterine cases are known to cause miscarriages, as well as fetal and newborn deaths. because it tends to attack cells in their mitotic phases, epithelial tissue is at hifgh risk for attack as a result of its constant cell division. Therefore characteristics of this condition include vomiting, diarrhea and dehydration. Vaccines are available. |
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| A protein created when thrombin acts on fibrinogen. It is essential to the coagulation of blood. It forms a lattice of interwoven fibers around blood cells and platelets that solidify to form a blood clot. |
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| A protein formed in the liver and released into the bloodstream, especially in the presence of inflammatory responses. |
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| Fixed cell involved in the development of connective tissue. |
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| Fibrous connections that are generated during the healing process; often seen in the abdominal and thoracic cavities after surgical procedures. |
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| Healing that occurs in tissues in which the wound edges are held in close apposition to one another as in the case of a sutured wound. Little to no granulation tissue is formed. There is generally minimal scarring. |
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| One of the two subdivisions of connective tissue cells. They are stationary and perform functions such as matrix productions and regulation. |
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| Proteinaceous pores that exist in the intestinal epitherlial cells of most animals. They allow for the passage of nutrients, as well as providing a channel for intracellular communication. |
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| Epithelial tissue composed of one cell (goblet cell) or groups of cells that produce and secrete substances into the lumen. |
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| A type of cell, located in the respiratory and intestinal tracts, that secretes mucus. |
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| The new vascular and cellular tissue formed during the restoration of wounded tissue. It mostly consists of connective tissue and new blood vessels. |
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| The shapeless viscous matrix present in connective tissue in which cells receive nutrrients and void waste products. It also helps to protect the body from infectious agents by acting as a barrier. |
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| Carbohydrates composed of amino augars, which are found in proteoglycans. |
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| The central canal that runs the lnegth of a haversian system. Contains blood vessels, lymph vessels, and nerves that supply and nourish the osteocytes. |
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| The half-units of desmosomes. |
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| An anemia caused by the hemolysis (rupture) of red blood cells; may be caused by an autoimmune disorder or from the toxic affects of certain chemicals or may be congenital. |
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| The abnormal busrting forth of blood from damaged blood vessels. |
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| An excess amount of bloody serous fluid present in the pleural cavity as a result of conditions such as pneumonia, cancerous tumors, or trauma. |
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| A polysaccharide manufactured by mast cells that acts as an anticoagulant to help continue the increased blood flow during the inflammatory response. |
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| An alternate nomenclature for brown adipose tissue, owing to its glandular appearance and its vital role in providing body heat to an animal during hibernation. |
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| Produced by mast cells from histidine during tissue injury, this biochemical increase blood flow and heart rate during the inflammatory response. |
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| Macrophages located in loose connective tissue. |
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| The microscopic study of the structure of tissues and organs. |
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| A gland whose granular secretion contain not only the secretory product but also the cells themselves. Holocrine gland cells are destroyed in the process of secretion. |
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| Having a uniform composition. |
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| Chemical messengers of the body that are produced and excreted by specific cells for the purpose of regulating specific organs or cells. |
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| A bluish, semitransparent cartilage present in the costal cartilage, trachea, and embyronic skeleton. Composed of densly packed collagen fibers and is covered by the perichondrium, except when present as articular cartilage in joints. |
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| A small protein containing no sulfate that acts as an intercellular material present in the zonula adherens. It is important in the formation of tight junctions. |
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| An enzyme contained within white blood cells or infectious bacteria that hydrolyzes hyaluronic acid. |
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| The reddish tinge of mucous membranes caused by an excessive flow of blood to the extremities. |
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