Morphological identification and distribution comparison of telocytes in pituitary gland between normal and cryptorchid yaks.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Telocytes (TCs) is a novel type of interstitial cells in many mammals organs, which participate in the organizational metabolism, mechanical support, immunomodulation and other aspects. The aim of this study was to explore the organizational chemical characteristics of TCs in pituitary gland and their changes in cryptorchid yaks.

Methods

Transmission electron microscopy (TEM), toluidine blue staining, immunofluorescence, qRT-PCR, and Western blotting may enable us to understand TCs distribution characteristics and biological functions.

Result

TEM confirmed the presence of TCs in the pituitary gland with small bodies and moniliform telopodes (Tps). The Tps extending out from the cell body to the peri-sinusoidal vessels spaces, the number of Tps is closely re

SUBMITTER: Qi Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11468414 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature