The networks and ultrastructure of interstitial cells of Cajal in rats' small intestine
- VernacularTitle:大鼠小肠Cajal细胞网络结构及超微结构分析
- Author:
Zheng LOU
;
Jieshou LI
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Interstitial cells of Cajal;
Rats;
Intestinal tract;
Ultrastructure
- From:
Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition
1997;0(01):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective:To study the networks and ultrastructure of interstitial cells of Cajal(ICC) in rats' small intestine.Methods:Ten Sprague-Dawley rats were killed and fullthickness ileums of approximately 15 mm length were resected.Immunofluorescence which revealed ICC morphology and distribution in the gastrointestine was examined using a laser-scanning confocal microscope.Ultrastructures was evaluated by transmission electron microscopy.Results:There were 2 different subtypes of ICC in ileum which formed network and parallel distribution respectively.Ultrastructual analysis revealed no significant differences between the subtypes. Conclusion:The interstitial cells of Cajal have unique cell networks and ultrastructure character which were suitable with its functions.
