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fibroblast

/'faɪbrə,blæst/

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noun
a cell from which connective tissue develops
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embryonic cell formative cell

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connective tissue tissue of mesodermal origin consisting of e.g. collagen fibroblasts and fatty cells; supports organs and fills spaces between them and forms tendons and ligaments
scar tissue the connective tissue that forms a scar; consists of fibroblasts in new scars and collagen fibers in old scars
beta-interferon a form of interferon that is produced by fibroblasts and have antiviral effects; used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis