Cerebrum (40x objective lens)

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This higher magnification image shows the external pyramidal cell layer of the cerebrum. Pyramidal cells, which are characteristic of the cerebrum, are large triangular or arrow head-shaped cells. The pointed end of the cell, which gives rise to the dendritic tree, points toward the surface of the cerebral cortex, whereas the axon exits from the opposite end. Also present are granule cells (interneurons) and neuroglia. Capillaries appear as elongated, often branched structures, located in a clear space.

 

Stain = H&E.

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