Cells That Secrete the Organic Components of the Bone Matrix

question 158

Multiple Choice

Cells that secrete the organic components of the bone matrix are called

• A) osteocytes.
• B) osteoprogenitor cells.
• C) osteoblasts.
• D) osteoclasts.
• E) osteoid cells.

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Definitions:

Embryo

A group of cells, called the inner cell mass, that develops from the blastocyst during the embryonic prenatal period to become the fetus.

Fetus

A developing human from roughly eight weeks after conception until birth.

Cystometry

A diagnostic procedure used to assess bladder capacity and function by measuring the pressure in the bladder and the flow of urine.

Urinary Bladder

An organ that stores urine produced by the kidneys before it is eliminated through urination.