Mitochondria and other organelles are relatively normal appearing in cells
in early stages of apoptosis (Figures 9.3B, 9.4B) compared to their somewhat
swollen and electron-lucent character and disrupted cristae in the necrotic
neuron (Figure 9.2B).
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In cells in more advanced stages of apoptosis, there is still relative preservation
of cytoplasmic integrity and of mitochondrial morphology
(Figure 9.5).
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There is little indication of lysosomal or autophagocytotic
activity in subacute delayed neuronal degeneration.
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Mitochondria may be normal in some apoptotic cells s