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Fibroblasts

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fibroblasts)

A fibroblast is a type of cell that synthesizes the extracellular matrix and collagen, the structural framework (stroma) for animal tissues, and plays a critical role in wound healing. Fibroblasts are the most common cells of connective tissue in animals. (Wikipedia)

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Cells
N/AConnective tissue

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Approved Date
18-Apr-2013

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