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Scanning Electron Microscopic Studies of the Pecten Oculi in the Quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica)
Author
Source
Anatomy Research International
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-6, 6 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-10-02
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
6
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
The main purpose of this study is to extend the microscopic investigations of the pecten oculi in the quail in order to add some information on the unresolved functional anatomy of this unique avian organ.
The pecten oculi of the quail was studied by scanning electron microscopy.
Eighteen- to-twenty two highly vascularised accordion-like folds were joined apically by a heavily pigmented bridge of tissue, which holds the pecten in a fanlike shape, widest at the base.
The structure of the double layered limiting membrane was recorded.
The presence of hyalocytes with macrophage-like appearance was illustrated.
It is assumed that the pecten oculi of the quail resembles that of the chicken.
Illustrated morphological features of this species may add information on the active physiological role of the pecten.
But still, the functional significance of this organ is a matter of controversies.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Pourlis, Aris F.. 2013. Scanning Electron Microscopic Studies of the Pecten Oculi in the Quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica). Anatomy Research International،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-488235
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Pourlis, Aris F.. Scanning Electron Microscopic Studies of the Pecten Oculi in the Quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica). Anatomy Research International No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-488235
American Medical Association (AMA)
Pourlis, Aris F.. Scanning Electron Microscopic Studies of the Pecten Oculi in the Quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica). Anatomy Research International. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-488235
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-488235