The tissue that often serves as a support framework for epithelium is

Areolar tissue often serves as a support framework for epithelium. It is found beneath the dermis layer and is also underneath the epithelial tissue of all the body systems that have external openings. It is also a component of the lamina propria of the digestive and respiratory tracts, the mucous membranes of the reproductive and urinary systems, the stroma of glands, and the hypodermis of the skin.