Abstract
Normal male and female mouse submaxillary glands have been studied by light and electron microscopy. The female gland is characterized by the presence of secretory granules in the intercalated duct nearest the acinus and a striated secretory tubule, i.e., a tubule with basal mitochondria similar to a striated duct but also containing secretory granules in the apical cytoplasm. The striated secretory tubule is found following the intercalated duct. The male has a very prominent secretory tubule in which two types of cells are present, one relatively clear, the other the dark cell of Pfluger. A striated secretory tubule is absent in the male. The male secretory tubule is also characterized by the presence of intracellular canaliculi.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
