The EMs shown below document the disappearance of host contractile elements and the onset of mitochondrial vacuolation. The first thumbnail is an EM of uninfected muscle tissue for reference. Click on the EMs to see a labeled full sized version.
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Mitochondria and
Sarcoplasmic Reticulum
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Sarcolemma and Glycocalyx |
EM of Infected Muscle
3 Days Post-infection |
EM of Infected Muscle
5 Days Post-infection |
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AZ complex and Mitochondria |
AZ complex and Mitochondria |
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EM of Infected Muscle
6 Days Post-infection |
EM of Infected Muscle
8 Days Post-infection |
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