Scleritis (inflammation of sclera) is a strong indication of the underlying medical problem. It can be due to fungal, viral or parasitic infection, trauma, exposure to chemicals, poisonous gases or due to post-surgical complications.
Mast cells are granulated cells typically found in connective tissue. These cells mediate immune responses to foreign particles. In particular, they release large amounts of histamine and enzymes in response to antigen recognition.
19. The epidermis of the skin is keratinized, or cornified stratified squamous epithelium. True. False. 20. Epithelial membranes are attached to the underlying connective tissue by a layer of proteins and polysaccharides known as the basement membrane.True. False. 21. The eccrine (or merocrine) sweat glands, located in the axillae (underarms) and pubic region, secrete a protein-rich fluid.True. False. 22. Blood is usually classified as a type of connective tissue. True. False. 23. Ligaments connect bone together at joints whereas tendons connect muscle to bone.True. False. 24. Both endocrine and exocrine glands are formed from glandular epithelial membranes.pithelial membranes are attached to the underlying connective tissue by a layer of proteins and polysaccharides known as the basement membrane. True. False. 21. The eccrine (or merocrine) sweat glands, located in the axillae (underarms) and pubic region, secrete a protein-rich fluid.