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. 1977 Mar;86(3):523–532.

Ultrastructure of a polysome-lamellae complex in a human paraganglioma.

B Nabarra, E Sonsino, I Andrianarison
PMCID: PMC2032115  PMID: 190890

Abstract

Study of a human abdominal paraganglioma under electron microscopy revealed an unusual cytoplasmic inclusion appearing as a hollow cylinder made up of one or several concentric lamellae surrounded by single or aggregated granules. Cross sections of the lamellar element show a discontinuous juxtaposition of particles. It is moderately dense and is bordered by 140--to 250-A granules of sure ribosomal nature. The inclusion is closely connected to the rough endoplasmic reticulum. The origin and significance of this complex are discussed.

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