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AAT Bioquest

Which connective tissue does not include collagen?

Posted December 22, 2023


Answer

Blood and lymph does not contain any collagen within its components. Blood consists of plasma and specialized cells like red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Lymph, a fluid similar to blood plasma, also contains white blood cells and a liquid matrix. Lymph contains a clear fluid consisting of water, proteins, fats, lymphocytes, and waste.

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