Therapeutics Of Pain Practice Exam

What do myofibroblast cells produce?

Collagen Elastin Glycogen Hemoglobin

Correct Answer:

Collagen

Explanation:

Myofibroblasts are activated fibroblasts that contribute to wound healing by producing extracellular matrix to rebuild tissue. Their key job is to synthesize collagen, which forms the scar and provides tensile strength to the repaired area. This collagen-rich matrix helps hold the wound together as it contracts and remodels. While elastin can be present in connective tissue, it's not the main product of myofibroblasts; glycogen is stored energy, and hemoglobin is made in red blood cells. So the best answer is collagen.

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