Anorectal junction - external anal sphincter (10x objective lens)


This image shows the external anal sphincter, which surrounds the anal orifice. It is composed of skeletal muscle cells (SkM), characterized by their variable size and polygonal cross section, grouped into fascicles (Fa) by layers of connective tissue (CT).
Stain = H&E

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Copyright by: Paul B. Bell, Jr. & Barbara Safiejko-Mroczka

The University of Oklahoma

Version: 011028