Ultrastructural studies on the intercellular bridges between the oocyte and follicle cells in the lizard Acanthodactylus scutellatus Hardyi.

Abstract

1. Intercellular bridges connect the oocyte with its surrounding follicle cells. 2. Fibrillar bundles and microtubules are oriented along the length of the bridge. Mitochrondria, endoplasmic reticulum, multivesicular vesicles and other cytoplasmic components are also present in this region. 3. This communication may be very important for the flow of nutrients necessary for the growth of the oocyte.