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Gland cells in the redia of Fasciola hepatica

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  06 April 2009

R. A. Wilson
Affiliation:
Department of Biology, University of York, Heslington, York

Extract

Gland cells surrounding the oesophagus in the redia of Fasciola hepatica are described. These cells produce electron-dense, membrane-bound vesicles which have an unusual mechanism for secretion of their contents.

Type
Research Article
Copyright
Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1972

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