Publication Date: 2022
ISBN: Ph00203
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• Bone is the specialized type of connective tissue that has extracellular matrix containing calcium salts. • As bone is a connective tissue, it consists of cells and matrix. • Mineralized extracellular matrix provides hardness to bones. • Bone is a living tissue that shows dynamic structural changes in response to physical stress and hormonal changes. • In addition to support and protection of vital organs, bones act as a storehouse for calcium and phosphates. • Bone also performs hematopoietic function (production of blood cells).
Subject: Bone diseases, Rickets, Osteomalacia, Osteoporosis, Bone density, Medical test