A study of atheromatous plaques shows that the release of growth factors, including PDGF, FGF, and TNF-a leads to increased extracellular matrix production. As a result, the size of the plaques increases. Which of the following cells is most likely to release these growth factors in the plaques?
A study of atheromatous plaques shows that the release of growth factors, including PDGF, FGF, and TNF-a leads to increased extracellular matrix production. As a result, the size of the plaques increases. Which of the following cells is most likely to release these growth factors in the plaques?
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A study of atheromatous plaques shows that the release of growth factors, including PDGF, FGF, and TNF-a leads to increased extracellular matrix production. As a result, the size of the plaques increases. Which of the following cells is most likely to release these growth factors in the plaques?
✓ Correct Answer: D. Smooth muscle
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