A fibroblast is a type of cell that synthesizes the extracellular matrix and collagen, the structural framework (stroma) for animal tissues, and plays a critical role in wound healing.Fibroblasts are the most common cells of connective tissue in animals.ibroblasts and fibrocytes are two states of the same cells, the former being the activated state, the latter the less active state, concerned with maintenance and tissue metabolism.
Longest-serving Representative to serve in the House: With more than 59 years of service, Representative John Dingell, Jr., of Michigan, holds the record for longest consecutive service. Longest-serving Speaker of the House: Sam Rayburn of Texas served as Speaker for a total of 17 years, two months, and two days. Oldest person recorded to have served in the House:
Ohio Sen. Rob Portman is running for reelection to the U.S. Senate. | Getty. Rob Portman has been floated as Donald Trumpâs potential running mate, but the incumbent Ohio senator who faces a tough reelection this year has no interest in the position, his campaign manager said Thursday.