Ultrastructural observations of the neurocytes in pterygopalatine ganglion of Japanese quail (Coturnix coturnix v. Japonica)

Abstract

Cells of the pterygopalatine ganglion. in quail are elliptical , oval and often spindle shape. They have. single nuclei, which are spindle or lentiform in shape. The rough endoplasmic reticulum was observed in a great amount, especially in the vicinity of nucleus. It was organized in structure corresponding to Nissl's body. The mitochondria are present mainly at the periphery of the cells. Several flat, elongated cisterns from the Golgi apparatus.. There are a few lysosomes, mostly primary, ones. Profiles of the end section of axons and button synapses were observed. They contain mainly agranular vesicles.