title: Scanning electron microscopy of the human submandibular gland.
abstract: We examined human submandibular gland parenchyma by scanning electron microscopy after removal of connective tissue components by HCl hydrolysis. Stellate-shaped myoepithelial cells and basal infoldings were clearly seen, indicating active function of the gland.
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008855:Microscopy, Electron, Scanning; D013363:Submandibular Gland / Q000648:ultrastructure*