A biomed student was playing intramural soccer. The student was hit hard and went to the medical center for evaluation.  The diagnosis was a herniated disc (slipped disk).  Which of the following statements about this patient’s condition is TRUE?

   Refer to the image above. Name the structure at the end of the pointer.

1. Name the zone at the end of C.  

Consider the connective tissue proper.  Which enzyme would you expect to see in the extracellular space?

Which of these lacks an identifiable PERIchondrium?

Which of the following is TRUE of tropocollagen?

BONUS – Describe mast cell triggering and secretions.  

Describe how the body RELEASES stored lipids from fat cells.  Name the steps of the signaling pathway.  Be specific.

1. Name the zone at the end of E.  

Which of the following cell types releases leukotrienes and histamine in connective tissue?