Anatomy & Histology · single question
Collagen fibers begin forming in a healing wound at approximately:
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Correct answer: A. ~48 hours (2–3 days)
Collagen deposition begins ~48–72 hours into healing.
- A. Correct. Fibroblasts arrive and begin collagen synthesis around day 2–3 (fibroplastic/proliferative phase).
- B. By 4 weeks collagen is remodeling/maturing, not just beginning to form.
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