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The ultrastructure of the intestinal epithelium of Metastrongylus sp. (Nematoda: Strongyloidea)

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  06 April 2009

T. Jenkins  and
David A. Erasmus
T. Jenkins
Affiliation:
Department of Zoology, University College, Cardiff
David A. Erasmus
Affiliation:
Department of Zoology, University College, Cardiff
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Ultrastructural observations on the intestine of Metastrongylus sp. have shown that it is composed of a single layer of epithelial cells each with a basally placed nucleus and resting on a basement layer. The basal plasma membrane of each cell is highly infolded and at the cell apex the lateral plasma membranes of adjacent cells are thickened to form a terminal bar.

The brush border consists of numerous microvilli which possess dilated tips. The tips contain a granular material and the evidence obtained suggests that they are released into the lumen indicating a form of micro-apocrine secretion. Golgi complexes, glycogen, lipid droplets and granular endoplasmic reticulum are present in the intestinal cells. The Golgi complexes are associated with the production of an electron dense body. Other inclusions are cytolysome-like in their structure. The discharge of lamellar bodies into the intestinal lumen is described and the role of the intestine in secretion, absorption, and excretion is discussed.

The authors wish to acknowledge the co-operation and facilities provided by Professor J. Brough in the Department of Zoology and Mr J. H. M. Hughes (Veterinary Officer) for allowing unrestricted access to infected material at the Roath abattoir, Cardiff. Grateful acknowledgement is also expressed for the financial support given to one of us (T. J.) by the Pig Industry Development Authority. Any views expressed in this paper are not necessarily those of the Authority.

The authors also wish to express their appreciation of the excellent technical assistance provided by Mr T. W. Davies.

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Parasitology , Volume 59 , Issue 2 , May 1969 , pp. 335 - 342
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1969

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