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Function of chondrogenic cells?
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can differentiate into chondroblasts and osteoprogenitor cells. Can posses two nuclei.
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What can chondroblasts be derived from?
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Mesenchymal cells and chondrogenic cells.
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What is the matrix of hyaline cartilage composed of?
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type II collagen, proteoglycans, glycoproteins and extracellular fluid.
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small region of the matrix, surrounding the lacuna is known as?
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pericellular capsule.
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a cartilage matrix protein that specifically mediates the attachment of chondrocytes to type II collagen, chondroitin 4-sulfate, chondroitin 6-sulfate, hyaluronic acid and integrins. Thus assists these cells in maintaining their contact with the fibrous and amorphous components of the matrix. What is this called?
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Chondronectin.
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