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Abnormal mitochondria in retinoblastoma

Experientia volume 32, pages 630–632 (1976)Cite this article

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In examination of six retinoblastoma tumor specimens, bizzare mitochondria were often found. Some are irregular forms with focal expansion and constrictions. Occasionally, a portion of the mitochondria forms rings. Branching mitochondria are also seen. Other striking features of the mitochondria from tumor cells are the alteration of cristae. Dense bodies are also occasionally observed within the mitochondria. Morphological modifications of the mitochondria may be as results of pathological conditions of the tumor cells.

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  1. Veterans Administration Hospital and Department of Pathology, University of Arkansas College of Medicine, 72206, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA

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Sun, C.N. Abnormal mitochondria in retinoblastoma. Experientia 32, 630–632 (1976). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01990204

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Keywords

  • Tumor Cell
  • Pathological Condition
  • Retinoblastoma
  • Tumor Specimen
  • Striking Feature