Loose connective tissue located at the outer and inner layers of organs. Examples: submucosal connective tissue, tunica adventitia of artery, papillary dermis, superficial fascia of dorsum of hand. [ FMA:63897 ]
Synonyms: loose areolar connective tissue
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- AAO:0000027
- SCTID:68477002
- FMA:63897
UBPROP 0000001
Also known as loose connective tissue. A pliable, mesh-like tissue with a fluid matrix that functions to cushion and protect body organs.[AAO]