Localization of S-100 protein in Müller cells of the retina--2. Electron microscopical immunocytochemistry.
The cellular and subcellular distribution of S-100 protein was investigated at the ultrastructural level in the rat retina by the immunocytochemical PAP method. S-100 appeared to be localized in the cytoplasm and nucleus of Müller cells, offering conclusive evidence that in the mammalian retina, the protein is confined to glial cells. S-100, as a marker for Müller cells, may be a useful tool in order to study the cytoarchitecture of the retina in normal as well as in pathologic conditions. In addition, the retina may represent a suitable model for further investigation on the biologic role of S-100.
D000818:Animals; D007158:Immunologic Techniques; D008297:Male; D008854:Microscopy, Electron; D009419:Nerve Tissue Proteins / Q000032:analysis*; D009457:Neuroglia / Q000032:analysis* / Q000648:ultrastructure; D051381:Rats; D011919:Rats, Inbred Strains; D012160:Retina / Q000166:cytology*; D009418:S100 Proteins / Q000032:analysis*
D009419:Nerve Tissue Proteins; D009418:S100 Proteins