This site is intended for healthcare professionals

Go to /sign-in page

You can view 5 more pages before signing in

Cytology and histology

Last reviewed dd mmm yyyy. Last edited dd mmm yyyy

Authoring team

The sebaceous gland is a multilobed structure containing layers of cells on a basal lamina. With the light microscope, the slow advance of cells towards superficial surface of a duct is marked by the gradual accumulation of lipid within their cytoplasm. Cells are pushed upwards by the continuous division of peripheral cells within the periphery of a lobe. Eventually, the lipid occupies the whole cell which dies and is dicharged into the lobar duct and eventually onto the hair follicle.

Ultrastructurally, basal cells within the gland contain abundant synthetic organelles such as mitochondria and Golgi bodies. Smooth endoplasmic reticulum is abundant, reflecting the increased lipid production.

Immunocytochemistry has shown enzymes within the gland involved in the production of potent androgens from circulating precursors.


Create an account to add page annotations

Add information to this page that would be handy to have on hand during a consultation, such as a web address or phone number. This information will always be displayed when you visit this page

The content herein is provided for informational purposes and does not replace the need to apply professional clinical judgement when diagnosing or treating any medical condition. A licensed medical practitioner should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions.

Connect

Copyright 2024 Oxbridge Solutions Limited, a subsidiary of OmniaMed Communications Limited. All rights reserved. Any distribution or duplication of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited. Oxbridge Solutions receives funding from advertising but maintains editorial independence.