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Multiple rough endoplasmic cisternae in "C" cells

D Wassermann

    Cell and Tissue Research
    |July 20, 1976
    PubMed
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    Multiple rough endoplasmic cisternae are normal in adult rat C cells. These structures may play a role in the secretory activity of these endocrine cells.

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    Area of Science:

    • Endocrinology
    • Cell Biology
    • Histology

    Background:

    • C cells, also known as parafollicular cells, are endocrine cells found in the thyroid gland.
    • These cells are known for producing calcitonin, a hormone involved in calcium regulation.
    • The ultrastructure of C cells, particularly their endoplasmic reticulum, is key to understanding their function.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the presence and potential function of rough endoplasmic cisternae in adult rat C cells.
    • To determine if these structures are normal constituents of C cells.
    • To explore the relationship between rough endoplasmic cisternae and other organelles involved in secretion.

    Main Methods:

    • Ultrastructural analysis using electron microscopy.
    • Observation of C cells from adult rats at interphase.

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  • Morphological examination of endoplasmic reticulum cisternae and their association with cellular organelles.

    • Main Results:

    • Multiple rough endoplasmic cisternae were identified in the C cells of adult rats during interphase.
    • These cisternae were found to be in close proximity to mitochondria, Golgi dictyosomes, and secretory granules.
    • The observed morphology suggests a potential role in the secretory processes of these endocrine cells.

    Conclusions:

    • Rough endoplasmic cisternae are normal components of adult rat C cells.
    • Their arrangement and proximity to secretory machinery indicate a likely involvement in the synthesis and release of hormones.
    • Further studies are warranted to elucidate the precise mechanisms of their contribution to C cell function.