What Cells Secrete Collagen and Are Most Active During the Remodeling

question 65

Multiple Choice

What cells secrete collagen and are most active during the remodeling phase of wound healing?

• A)fibroblasts
• B)endothelial cells
• C)keratinocytes
• D)neutrophils
• E)macrophages

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Definitions:

Glucose

An elementary form of sugar critical for energy in living organisms, also making up parts of numerous carbs.

Cholesterol

A waxy, fat-like substance present in all cells of the body, needed to make vitamin D, hormones, and substances that help digest foods.

Lipid

A group of naturally occurring molecules that include fats, waxes, sterols, fat-soluble vitamins, and others, serving as key components of cell membranes and energy storage.

Steroid

Large family of lipids, including some reproductive hormones, vitamins, and cholesterol.