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Bones, muscles, and connective tissues

Connective tissue is a broad term for supportive tissues that provide the body’s framework. Connective tissues include bones, muscles, cartilage, and tendons. There are a number of disorders that are caused by defects in genes important for the formation and function of connective tissue.

 
 
Published: February 11, 2013