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Insect axopods.

T J Bradley, P Satir

    Journal of Cell Science
    |February 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Newly discovered axopods in the insect Rhodnius prolixus may be motile cell organelles. These structures potentially transport uric acid crystals within the insect

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    Area of Science:

    • Cell Biology
    • Insect Physiology
    • Microscopy

    Background:

    • Axopods are previously undescribed cell organelles in multicellular animals.
    • The Malpighian tubule is a key excretory organ in insects.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the novel axopods found in the lower Malpighian tubule of Rhodnius prolixus.
    • To investigate the potential function of these axopods in crystal transport.

    Main Methods:

    • Electron microscopy was used to identify and characterize axopods.
    • Experimental conditions were employed to observe uric acid crystal movement, ruling out peristalsis and secretion.

    Main Results:

    • Axopods, 0.2-0.8 µm in diameter and >10 µm long, were identified on the tubule surface.

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  • Each axopod contains 1-46 microtubules and originates near cell junctions or mitochondria.
  • Uric acid crystals moved down the tubule lumen independent of peristalsis or fluid secretion.

    • Conclusions:

    • Axopods are suggested to be motile organelles responsible for transporting uric acid crystals.
    • Axopods may represent an evolutionary adaptation analogous to ciliated epithelia in arthropods, where somatic cilia are absent.