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reticular fiber |
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reticular fiber [re′tik·yə·lər ′fī·bər] (histology) Any of the delicate, branching argentophile fibers conspicuous in the connective tissue of lymphatic tissue, myeloid tissue, the red pulp of the spleen, and most basement membranes. Also known as argentaffin fiber; argyrophil lattice fiber; precollagenous fiber. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Other collagen fibers, which are far less prominent, include the small reticular fibers of soft organs such as the liver and the submicroscopic fibrils found in basement membranes. |
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