Areolar connective tissue is found between the skin and muscles, around blood vessels and nerves, in the bone marrow, and inside organs. Its functions include supporting internal organs, aiding tissue repair, and filling spaces within organs.
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Areolar connective tissue is found throughout the body, surrounding blood vessels, nerves, and organs, as well as within the subcutaneous layer beneath the skin. Its functions include providing support and elasticity, facilitating nutrient and waste exchange between cells and blood vessels, and serving as a medium for immune cell migration and inflammation response.