Question

The role of fibroblasts during the reconstructive phase of wound healing is to ____________.

1) generate new capillaries from vascular endothelial cells around the wound
2) establish connections between neighboring cells and contact their fibers
3) synthesize and secrete collagen and connective tissue proteins
4) provide enzymes that debride the wound bed of dead cells

Answer 1

Fibroblasts synthesize and secrete collagen and connective tissue proteins during the reconstructive phase of wound healing. Hence, option 3 is correct.

Step-by-step explanation:

The role of fibroblasts during the reconstructive phase of wound healing is to synthesize and secrete collagen and connective tissue proteins. Fibroblasts mobilize and divide rapidly to repair the damaged tissue by collagen deposition, forming granulation tissue. This helps in the process of tissue repair and healing.