Connective tissue is a diverse type of tissue found throughout the body, providing support, structure, and connectivity between various organs, tissues, and cells.
It consists of cells embedded in an extracellular matrix composed of proteins like collagen, elastin, and fibronectin.
Connective tissue includes a wide range of structures such as tendons, ligaments, cartilage, bone, and adipose tissue. It plays crucial roles in maintaining tissue integrity, providing mechanical support, facilitating movement, and participating in immune responses and wound healing processes.
