The extracellular matrix of blood tissue consists of
A)red blood cells.
B)white blood cells.
C)plasma.
D)lymph.
E)albumin.

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The extracellular matrix of blood tissue consists of plasma, which is a liquid component containing various proteins, electrolytes, and gases dissolved in water. Red and white blood cells are not considered part of the extracellular matrix, but rather cellular components of blood tissue. Lymph, which is a fluid similar to plasma but found in lymphatic vessels, is also not part of the extracellular matrix. Albumin is a type of protein found in plasma, but it is not the only component and therefore not a sufficient answer.

The Extracellular Matrix of Blood Tissue Consists of